This Avocado Toast with Everything Bagel Seasoning transforms a simple breakfast into a crave-worthy meal. The nutty, savory crunch of the seasoning perfectly complements the creamy avocado. It’s a quick, satisfying dish that feels both sophisticated and effortless.
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Why You’ll Love This Avocado Toast with Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Flavor bomb: Savory, garlicky seasoning cuts through the rich avocado.
- Incredible texture: Creamy mash, crisp toast, and crunchy seeds in every bite.
- Endlessly customizable: A perfect base for adding eggs, spice, or other toppings.
- Seriously fast: Ready in just five minutes for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients & Tools
- 2 slices of good, sturdy bread (sourdough or a thick-cut multigrain are my favorites)
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
- 1/2 lime or lemon
- 1 pinch of flaky sea salt (like Maldon)
- 1 drizzle of extra virgin olive oil (optional, but highly recommended)
- A few cracks of freshly ground black pepper
Tools: A toaster or toaster oven, a small bowl, a fork, a spoon.
Notes: Use a perfectly ripe avocado and sturdy, crusty bread for best results.
Nutrition (per serving)
| Calories: | 320 kcal |
| Protein: | 8 g |
| Fat: | 18 g |
| Carbs: | 35 g |
| Fiber: | 10 g |
Serves: 1 | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 3 minutes | Total Time: 8 minutes
Before You Start: Tips & Ingredient Notes
- Avocado ripeness is everything. You want an avocado that gives slightly when you press the stem end, but doesn’t feel mushy. If it’s rock hard, leave it on the counter for a day or two. If it’s too soft, the texture will be slimy rather than creamy.
- Don’t be shy with the toasting. Your bread needs to be sturdy enough to hold the heavy, wet avocado mash without getting soggy. A good, dark toast provides a fantastic textural contrast and a nutty flavor that complements the seasoning beautifully.
- Season in layers. We’ll add a little salt to the avocado mash itself and then finish with the everything seasoning and more flaky salt on top. This builds a more complex flavor profile so every single bite is perfectly seasoned.
- The acid is your secret weapon. That squeeze of lime or lemon juice does two things: it adds a bright, fresh note that lifts all the rich, savory flavors, and it also helps keep the avocado from turning brown too quickly.
How to Make Avocado Toast with Everything Bagel Seasoning
Step 1: Start by toasting your bread. This might seem obvious, but really go for a deep, golden brown here. You want it crisp and able to stand up to the creamy avocado without wilting. While it’s toasting, cut your avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. You’ll notice the color is a vibrant green—that’s what we’re after.
Step 2: Now, grab your fork. The trick is to mash the avocado, but not into a completely smooth paste. You want to leave some texture, with a few delightful chunks here and there. This creates a more interesting mouthfeel. As you mash, squeeze in the juice from half your lime or lemon. The citrus aroma will immediately hit you—that’s the good stuff.
Step 3: Season the mash directly. Add a pinch of that flaky sea salt and a few generous cracks of black pepper right into the bowl. Mix it all together with the fork. Taste it! This is your chance to adjust. Does it need more salt? A touch more acid? Get it to a place you love before it even touches the bread.
Step 4: By now, your toast should be ready and waiting. Take it out and let it sit for just a moment—if you pile the avocado on straight from the toaster, the heat can sometimes make it a bit too soft. Divide the avocado mash evenly between the two slices, using the back of your spoon to spread it all the way to the edges.
Step 5: This is the fun part: the seasoning shower. Take your tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning and sprinkle it generously over the top of the avocado. You’ll see the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, and onion bits creating a beautiful, speckled landscape. Don’t be tempted to mix it in; you want that top layer of pure crunch.
Step 6: For the final flourish, give it one more tiny pinch of flaky salt and, if you’re feeling fancy, a light drizzle of a good, fruity extra virgin olive oil. The oil adds a lovely richness and helps the seasoning stick. And just like that, your masterpiece is complete. The colors, the textures, the smells—it’s a feast for the senses before you even take a bite.
Storage & Freshness Guide
- Fridge: Store mashed avocado (with citrus) in an airtight container for up to 1 day; assemble just before eating.
- Freezer: Not recommended—avocado and toast texture suffer greatly upon thawing.
- Reviving: If toast softens, re-toast briefly; refresh avocado with an extra squeeze of lime.
Serving Suggestions
Complementary Dishes
- A simple side salad — A handful of peppery arugula with a lemon vinaigrette cuts through the richness and adds a fresh, green element to your plate.
- Smoked salmon or crispy bacon — For a more decadent, protein-packed meal, a few slices of smoked salmon or some crumbled crispy bacon on top turns this toast into a real event.
- Marinated tomatoes — In the summer, some sliced heirloom tomatoes marinated in a little salt and olive oil on the side provide a juicy, acidic counterpoint that’s absolutely divine.
Drinks
- A freshly squeezed grapefruit juice — The bitter, bright notes of grapefruit are a fantastic palate cleanser that complements the savory, garlicky notes of the toast.
- A hot cup of English Breakfast tea — There’s something so comforting about the malty, robust flavor of a strong black tea alongside the creamy avocado. It’s a classic pairing for a reason.
- A crisp, dry sparkling water — Sometimes you just need the bubbles to cut through the fat and refresh your palate between those wonderfully rich bites.
Something Sweet
- A handful of fresh berries — The natural sweetness and slight acidity of raspberries or blueberries are a perfect, light way to finish this meal without feeling too heavy.
- A square of dark chocolate — Go for at least 70% cacao. A single square with your last sip of coffee provides a rich, bittersweet endnote that contrasts beautifully with the savory start.
- A small bowl of Greek yogurt with honey — If you’re still a little peckish, some thick, tangy yogurt drizzled with honey feels like a treat but keeps things feeling light and healthy.
Top Mistakes to Avoid
- Mistake: Using under-ripe or over-ripe avocado. An under-ripe avocado won’t mash properly and will taste bland and hard, while an over-ripe one will be stringy and have a slightly off-putting fermented flavor. The window of perfect ripeness is small but crucial.
- Mistake: Skipping the acid. I’ve made this error myself when I was out of lemons. The toast tastes flat and one-dimensional, and the avocado will start to oxidize and turn an unappetizing brown much, much faster.
- Mistake: Underseasoning the avocado mash itself. If you only rely on the everything seasoning on
Avocado Toast With Everything Bagel Seasoning
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Ingredients
For the Ingredients & Tools
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2 slices good, sturdy bread (sourdough or a thick-cut multigrain are my favorites)
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1 large ripe avocado
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1 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
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1/2 lime or lemon
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1 pinch flaky sea salt (like Maldon)
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1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil (optional, but highly recommended)
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A few cracks freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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Start by toasting your bread. This might seem obvious, but really go for a deep, golden brown here. You want it crisp and able to stand up to the creamy avocado without wilting. While it’s toasting, cut your avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. You’ll notice the color is a vibrant green—that’s what we’re after.01
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Now, grab your fork. The trick is to mash the avocado, but not into a completely smooth paste. You want to leave some texture, with a few delightful chunks here and there. This creates a more interesting mouthfeel. As you mash, squeeze in the juice from half your lime or lemon. The citrus aroma will immediately hit you—that’s the good stuff.02
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Season the mash directly. Add a pinch of that flaky sea salt and a few generous cracks of black pepper right into the bowl. Mix it all together with the fork. Taste it! This is your chance to adjust. Does it need more salt? A touch more acid? Get it to a place you love before it even touches the bread.03
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By now, your toast should be ready and waiting. Take it out and let it sit for just a moment—if you pile the avocado on straight from the toaster, the heat can sometimes make it a bit too soft. Divide the avocado mash evenly between the two slices, using the back of your spoon to spread it all the way to the edges.04
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This is the fun part: the seasoning shower. Take your tablespoon of everything bagel seasoning and sprinkle it generously over the top of the avocado. You’ll see the sesame seeds, poppy seeds, garlic, and onion bits creating a beautiful, speckled landscape. Don’t be tempted to mix it in; you want that top layer of pure crunch.05
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For the final flourish, give it one more tiny pinch of flaky salt and, if you're feeling fancy, a light drizzle of a good, fruity extra virgin olive oil. The oil adds a lovely richness and helps the seasoning stick. And just like that, your masterpiece is complete. The colors, the textures, the smells—it’s a feast for the senses before you even take a bite.06
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