Save A festive, customizable avocado toast bar perfect for holiday brunches, gatherings, or quick, cheerful breakfasts. Guests can top toasted bread with creamy avocado and a variety of delicious seasonal toppings.
This recipe brings everyone together with a fun and festive way to enjoy avocado toast during the holidays or any special occasion.
Ingredients
- Bread: 12 slices artisan bread (sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free) toasted
- Avocado: 4 ripe avocados halved and pitted, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon or lime juice, ½ teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Savory Toppings: 6 poached or soft-boiled eggs (optional), 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved, ½ cup feta cheese crumbled (or vegan feta), 1 cup cucumber thinly sliced, ½ cup radishes thinly sliced, ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced, ½ cup smoked salmon (optional), ¼ cup microgreens or arugula
- Festive & Sweet Toppings: ½ cup pomegranate seeds, ¼ cup toasted pumpkin seeds or pepitas, 2 tablespoons dried cranberries chopped, 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- Seasonings & Condiments: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning, Flaky sea salt to taste, Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp. Arrange on a serving platter.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl scoop out the avocado flesh and mash with lemon or lime juice salt and pepper until mostly smooth but still a bit chunky.
- Step 3:
- Set up the avocado toast bar Place the mashed avocado in a bowl with a spoon and arrange all toppings in small bowls or on platters.
- Step 4:
- Invite guests to spread avocado on their toast and top with their choice of savory sweet and festive toppings.
- Step 5:
- Drizzle with olive oil and finish with desired seasonings.
Save This recipe always brings joy as family and friends customize their plates and share stories around the brunch table.
Required Tools
Toaster or oven Cutting board and knife Small bowls or platters for toppings Serving utensils Spoon for mashing avocado
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat unless using gluten-free bread Eggs if using Dairy if using cheese Fish if using smoked salmon Tree nuts if adding nuts Check bread and topping labels for hidden allergens
Nutritional Information
Per serving with avocado and bread without optional toppings Calories 270 Total Fat 13 g Carbohydrates 32 g Protein 7 g
Save This avocado toast bar is a festive and healthy way to celebrate with loved ones Enjoy customizing each bite to suit your taste.
Recipe FAQ
- → What breads work best for this toast bar?
Artisan breads like sourdough, multigrain, or gluten-free varieties toast well and provide a sturdy base.
- → How can I make this suitable for vegans?
Simply omit eggs, cheese, and smoked salmon while ensuring plant-based toppings and gluten-free bread if needed.
- → What are some good savory topping options?
Consider poached eggs, feta cheese, smoked salmon, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, and microgreens for savory variety.
- → Can this be prepared ahead of time?
Toast bread fresh and mash avocados shortly before serving to maintain texture and flavor for best results.
- → How to keep avocados from browning?
Mix avocado with fresh lemon or lime juice to slow oxidation and keep the color fresh longer.
- → Are there sweet topping suggestions?
Pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries, honey, and maple syrup add festive sweetness to complement savory flavors.