Avocado Egg Salad Toast Paprika (Print)

Mashed avocado and eggs on toast, finished with smoked paprika for a fresh, satisfying bite.

# Components:

→ Eggs

01 - 4 large eggs

→ Avocado

02 - 1 ripe avocado

→ Bread

03 - 2 slices whole grain bread or sourdough bread

→ Salad Base

04 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
05 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives or green onions
08 - Salt to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - Optional: additional chopped chives
12 - Optional: microgreens
13 - Optional: sliced radish

# Directions:

01 - Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath, peel, and chop coarsely.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, mash avocado with lemon juice until mostly smooth. Stir in mayonnaise or Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, chopped chives or green onions, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - Add chopped eggs to the avocado mixture and gently fold until combined.
04 - Toast bread slices to your preferred doneness.
05 - Divide avocado egg salad evenly between the two toast slices, spreading a generous layer on each.
06 - Dust each toast with smoked paprika. Garnish with extra chives, microgreens, or sliced radish if desired.
07 - Serve immediately while the toast is still crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses simple fresh ingredients you probably have on hand
  • Ready in about twenty minutes from start to finish
  • Naturally vegetarian and easily made gluten free
  • A perfect balance of creamy eggs and the healthy richness of avocado
02 -
  • Packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you full for hours
  • Flexible with ingredient swaps for different diets or flavors
  • Beautiful and appetizing enough for guests yet quick for weekdays
03 -
  • Always use ripe but firm avocado for the best texture and color
  • Do not overmix the salad to keep pieces of egg and avocado distinct
  • Dusting paprika with your fingers or through a fine sieve gives the most even finish
  • Toast the bread just before serving so the base stays crispy and delicious

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