Salmon Avocado Toast (Printable)
Toasted sourdough with lemon-mashed avocado, silky smoked salmon, dill and capers—easy brunch fare.
# What You Need:
→ Bread
01 - 2 slices rustic sourdough or whole grain bread, toasted
→ Toppings
02 - 1 ripe avocado
03 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
04 - Salt to taste
05 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
06 - 80 grams smoked salmon, thinly sliced
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or chives (optional)
→ Garnishes
08 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
09 - 1 tablespoon capers
10 - Lemon wedges
# Steps:
01 - Place the bread slices in a toaster and toast until golden brown and crisp.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper using a fork until mostly smooth with some texture remaining.
03 - Spread an even layer of the mashed avocado mixture over each toasted bread slice.
04 - Arrange thin slices of smoked salmon over the avocado on each toast.
05 - Sprinkle with chopped dill or chives, red pepper flakes, and capers as desired.
06 - Present immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Your morning will feel instantly upgraded with very little effort—it's like secret luxury for breakfast.
- The mix of creamy avocado and silky smoked salmon is simply irresistible, and you can dress it up or down as you like.
02 -
- I once tried making these ahead, but the toast turned soggy—assemble just before serving for peak crunch.
- Letting the smoked salmon come to room temperature makes every bite tender and full of flavor; straight from the fridge, it's not quite the same.
03 -
- Never assemble on hot bread, or the avocado slides right off—it’s best when just slightly warm.
- A tiny pinch of lemon zest grated over the top adds a fragrant burst you’ll never skip again.