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Avocado Toast with Poached Egg and Microgreens
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Avocado Toast with Poached Egg and Microgreens

A wholesome American breakfast classic—crusty sourdough topped with creamy avocado, a perfectly poached egg, and fresh microgreens. Bright, satisfying, and ready in 20 minutes.

Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
10 minutes
Total Time
20 minutes
Servings
2
Rating
4.5/5

Ingredients

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4slicesSourdough bread
2mediumRipe avocado

mashed

2largeEggs

poached

1cupMicrogreens
1tbspLemon juice
1tbspOlive oil
1/2tspSalt
1/4tspBlack pepper
1/4tspRed pepper flakes

optional

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Instructions

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Toast the bread

Toast sourdough slices until golden and crisp.

3 minutes
2

Poach the eggs

Simmer water with a dash of vinegar. Poach eggs for 3 minutes until whites set and yolks remain runny.

5 minutes
3

Mash avocado

Combine avocado, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mash until creamy.

3 minutes
4

Assemble and serve

Spread avocado over toast, top with poached eggs and microgreens. Finish with red pepper flakes.

4 minutes

Nutrition Information

Per serving (2 servings total)

380
Calories
16g
Protein
28g
Carbs
22g
Fat
8g
Fiber
3g
Sugar
520mg
Sodium
195mg
Cholesterol

Cooking Tips

  • Drain excess fat after browning beef for a lighter skillet.
  • Bloom taco seasoning for 60 seconds to deepen flavor.
  • Use 93% lean turkey with 1 tbsp oil as a lighter swap.
  • Make it spicier with diced jalapeño or cayenne.
  • Serve with tortillas, rice, or as lettuce bowls with toppings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use turkey instead of ground beef?

Yes. Use 93% lean ground turkey and add 1 tablespoon of oil to prevent dryness.

How do I make it spicier?

Add diced jalapeño, extra chili powder, or a pinch of cayenne. Top with hot salsa.

Best way to serve the taco skillet?

Serve with tortillas, over rice, or as lettuce taco bowls with sour cream, avocado, salsa, and lime.