Heart-Healthy Smashed Avocado

Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this "Heart-Healthy Smashed Avocado" recipe, a vibrant and nutrient-packed twist on traditional avocado toast. Creamy ripe avocados are mashed with a splash of zesty fresh lemon juice and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, then seasoned to perfection with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Diced cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh cilantro add a burst of flavor and texture, creating a wholesome topping that pairs flawlessly with golden, crispy whole grain toast. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is rich in heart-healthy fats, fiber, and essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for a quick, nourishing start to your day or a satisfying midday snack. Serve it fresh and enjoy a delicious way to fuel your body and brighten your plate!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.125 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 4 whole grain bread slices

Directions

Step 1

Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the avocados. Use a fork to mash the avocado until it reaches your desired consistency. You can leave it chunky or make it smoother as per your preference.

Step 3

Stir in the sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 4

Gently fold in the diced cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and chopped cilantro until well combined.

Step 5

Toast the whole grain bread slices until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Generously spread the smashed avocado mixture over the toasted bread slices.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy this nutritious and heart-healthy snack or breakfast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	564.7 grams (564.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	906

Total Fat 62.30g	80%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1129mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate 80.60g	29%
Dietary Fiber 29.90g	107%
Total Sugars 10.60g
Protein 21.20g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 173mg	13%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 1980mg	42%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.9%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 33.3%