Avocado Toast With Egg (Sunnyside-Up)- The Foodie Affair

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Avocado Toast with Egg is next-level: buttery avocado, crispy-edged sourdough, jammy yolks, and a hint of lemon pepper on top? It’s magic. And it comes together in ten minutes.

This recipe layers all the good stuff: creamy avocado, hot sourdough toast, runny eggs, and a sprinkle of lemon pepper and cilantro that wakes your taste buds right up. It’s simple but packed with flavor.

If you like easy, satisfying breakfasts like this, you’ll love my Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches, Air Fryer Egg in a Hole Toast, and Keto French Toast!

Avocado toast and egg on a white plate ready to eat

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Bold Flavors: Between the lemon pepper and cilantro—it’s fresh and bright in the best way.
Balanced & Filling: Healthy fats, protein, carbs—your body will thank you.
Perfect Any Time of Day: Not just for breakfast—makes a killer lunch or lazy dinner, too.

Ingredients for Avocado Egg Toast

Add these ingredients to your shopping list so that you are ready to make the avocado toast. These are the items not necessarily in your pantry.

Sourdough Bread is my favorite, but feel free to mix it up. You might want to try this grain-free bread recipe.

Ingredients to make avocado toast with egg.

Fresh, ripe avocado – Look for an avocado that gives just slightly when you press it.
Eggs – I use large eggs, but you can use any size that you have.
Lime or Lemon – Fresh citrus is going to add a nice zest to this simple recipe.
Lemon Pepper – This seasoning adds a bright, peppery flavor.
Fresh Cilantro – Not a fan of cilantro? You can leave it off.

Sunny side up egg with the yolk oozing over avocado toast.

Storage

This one’s best fresh. But here are a few tips if you have leftovers.

Storing: You can prep the avocado slices and lime juice the night before, just store them tightly covered with plastic wrap (press the wrap onto the avocado to avoid browning).
Reheating: If you’re reheating eggs, go low and slow—30 seconds in the microwave tops.

Serving Suggestions

This toast is great for breakfast, brunch, or even a lazy lunch. Here are some faves to serve it with:

This avocado toast pairs well with sautéed sweet Potatoes.
Serve it for brunch with a fresh fruit salad for a well-rounded meal.
Enjoy sipping on this Pineapple Protein Smoothie if you want to add a little more protein to your breakfast.
On a hot day, you can enjoy a Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso with the crunchy toast.
Sour Cream and Chives Egg Muffin Cups – delicious creamy eggs in individual serving portions.

Top view of a egg over toast on a white plate.

Variations

Make It Spicy: Add red pepper flakes, chili oil, or a swipe of sriracha.
Add Protein: Toss on smoked salmon, prosciutto, or even a turkey slice.
Herb Swap: Don’t love cilantro? Try fresh basil or dill instead.
Seasonings: Swap out the lemon pepper and use garlic & herb, bagel seasoning, or even just a sprinkle of sea salt.
Low Carb: Use a low-carb bread or serve on grilled portobello caps.

Choose a Good Sourdough

Sourdough bread forms the base of your avocado toast and egg dish and also adds a nice crunchy contrast both in texture and flavor.

Pick a high-quality sourdough bread from your favorite bakery and plan to slice it yourself for the perfect thickness.

You could also make sourdough yourself if you have the time. Sourdough bread makes a nice firm, crusty toast perfect to form the base of an open-faced sandwich like our avocado toast and egg.

Breakfast plates with eggs and toast on white plates.

Sandra’s Pro Tips

For crispier toast, brush the bread with melted butter or extra-virgin olive oil before toasting in a pan.
Use a smaller skillet so the eggs hold together neatly.
Avocados oxidize quickly—add the lime juice as soon as you slice ’em.

Recipe FAQs

Do you have questions about this simple avocado toast with egg recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

Can I make this with scrambled eggs instead?

Yes! Scrambled works great!

What’s the best bread for this?

Sourdough, hands down. But multigrain, rye, or your favorite whole grain bread works in a pinch.

Sliced fresh avocado on sourdough bread.

Why Avocado Toast is Popular

One of the best things about sourdough avocado toast and egg is it’s simple to make and it’s also nutritious. Avocado is full of healthy fats and also contains 20 vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients, so it’s much better for you than butter. Avocados are good for your heart (Healthline)!

Eggs are high in protein, giving you more lasting energy. Sourdough bread is a lower carb bread (however, not carb-free) because the sugars are consumed during fermentation. It also has a low glycemic index. This dish is a nutritious way to start your day!

I now you are going to love avocado toast as much as I do! It’s savory, good-for-you and exactly what I want in an open-faced breakfast sandwich.

I’m so glad it was popularized because it’s such a wonderful alternative to the grease-laden breakfast foods of the past.

Also, it makes a great afternoon snack and pick-me-up. Take pictures when you try this recipe and tag me on instagram @thefoodieaffair! I’d love to see and hear all about it.

Serrated knife ready to slice into an egg on top of toast and avocado slices.

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