Description
This Avocado Garlicky Mushroom Toast is a quick and nutritious savory breakfast or snack option that combines creamy mashed avocado with sautéed chestnut mushrooms, garlic, and fresh thyme on toasted sourdough bread. The earthy flavors of mushrooms paired with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs make it a delightful and satisfying dish perfect for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Mushrooms
- 250–300g chestnut mushrooms (or mushrooms of your choice)
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- A generous splash of tamari sauce (or soy sauce for non-gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- A sprinkle of black pepper
Avocado Spread
- 1 ripe avocado
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- A pinch of sea salt or pink Himalayan salt
Toast
- 2 slices of bread (preferably sourdough)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mushrooms: Wash and slice the mushrooms into thin pieces to ensure even cooking and enhanced flavor absorption.
- Sauté Garlic: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the crushed garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning and to infuse the oil with garlic flavor.
- Cook Mushrooms: Add the sliced mushrooms and a generous splash of tamari sauce to the pan. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their water and the liquid fully evaporates to develop a rich, caramelized taste.
- Add Herbs and Seasoning: Stir in the fresh thyme leaves and sprinkle black pepper over the mushrooms. Remove from heat and set aside to keep warm.
- Mash Avocado: In a bowl, mash the ripe avocado with a fork until smooth, leaving it slightly chunky if preferred for texture.
- Season Avocado: Add the juice of half a lemon and a pinch of sea salt or pink Himalayan salt to the mashed avocado, mixing well to combine all flavors.
- Toast the Bread: Toast the slices of sourdough bread until golden and crispy. This can be done in a toaster or on a pan with a little olive oil for extra crunchiness and flavor.
- Assemble the Toast: Spread a thick layer of the mashed avocado evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
- Top with Mushrooms: Spoon the garlicky sautéed mushrooms over the avocado spread, garnishing with additional fresh thyme leaves if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the avocado garlicky mushroom toast immediately while the toast is warm, and enjoy a deliciously savory, healthy meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chestnut mushrooms with cremini, button, or shiitake mushrooms according to your preference.
- Use tamari sauce for a gluten-free option, and soy sauce for a more common alternative.
- Adjust the lemon juice and salt to taste depending on the ripeness of the avocado and personal flavor preference.
- For extra richness, drizzle a little more olive oil on top before serving.
- This recipe is best enjoyed immediately to maintain the crispiness of the toast.
