So, you’re tired of dry breakfast cereal or, heaven forbid, another sugary pastry? Honestly, same here. The avocado toast with poached egg recipe totally rescued my rushed mornings. Sometimes it turns into my lunch too, not gonna lie. It’s super simple, fast, and you don’t even need fancy kitchen skills. My friends still think I magically whip this up like a pro chef, but it’s seriously one of the easiest things ever! 
HOW TO POACH AN EGG
Alright, there’s this weird myth floating around (thanks, internet) that poaching an egg is hard. Uh, no. I used to think I’d mess it up every time. But! If you can boil water, you can nail it. Just bring a small pot of water to a simmer – not a wild boil. Add a splash of vinegar (nothing fancy, just helps keep it together). Crack your egg into a little bowl first so there are no crunchy shells. Slowly slide the egg into the water, gently though, like you’re putting a baby to bed. Let it be for about three minutes. The whites get all pillowy and the yolk keeps that dreamy runny middle. Scoop it out with a slotted spoon, and you’re done. Messy at first, but totally doable when you’re half-awake.
“I used to think poached eggs were impossible. Now, I do it in my sleep. Total game-changer for my mornings!” – Martha P., real-life friend and toast enthusiast.
This easy poached egg and avocado toast takes less than 10 minutes
Timing yourself? You can nail this in less time than it takes to scroll through Instagram. Smash an avocado (use ripe – give it a little squeeze, it should have some give, not rock hard). Sprinkle a little salt and pepper. Sometimes I go big with a splash of lime juice or crushed red chili, but that’s just me. Toast a slice of bread – sourdough is classic, but hey, use whatever you’ve got. Slather that smashy green magic on your toast. Plop your poached egg on top. Done! I’m always amazed how fast it comes together. Sometimes I genuinely forget to chew because it’s that good and I’m that impatient.
MUST TRY RECIPES
Look, this isn’t the only breakfast worth getting out of bed for. Oh no. But it’s top tier. When I want to mix it up, I’ll add feta crumbles, maybe a handful of cherry tomatoes (those little red bombs), or, for days when I’m feeling unreasonably fancy, I sprinkle toasted sesame seeds. I even add smoked salmon when I wanna impress someone, like…myself. Half the time, I just eat it plain though, ’cause avocado and egg are a match made in heaven, honestly. The best part? You do you. Tweak it until it feels just right.
Serving Suggestions
- Drizzle with chili oil if you’re feeling spicy.
- Top with everything bagel seasoning, because, why not?
- Serve with fresh arugula on the side for quick crunch.
Questions & Replies
How ripe should my avocado be?
Okay, don’t try to use those hard green ones, you’ll just get annoyed. Go for one that gives a little when you press it.
Can I use any bread?
Yep! Whole grain, rye, plain sandwich. Whatever’s about to go stale (just toast it up nice).
What if my egg gets messy?
Honestly, they do sometimes! Tastes the same. Ugly food is still yummy food.
Is this good cold?
Not really. The egg gets kinda weird. I vote fresh and warm.
Any flavors to skip?
If you’re not feeling super adventurous, maybe don’t go wild with garlic early morning, but seriously, try the lime juice. Trust me.
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Can’t get enough? There’s a banana oat pancake recipe I swear by (my kids are obsessed), and lately I’m into overnight oats with cocoa and berries. If you want to try something way easier than you’d expect, soft-boiled eggs with toast “soldiers” will make you feel like a five-star restaurant chef in your own kitchen. Breakfast honestly doesn’t need to be boring, there are so many ways to liven it up with what you probably already have in your kitchen right now.
Give This a Go – You’ll Thank Yourself Later
So there you have it, folks. The world’s easiest, tastiest avocado toast with poached egg recipe that works for breakfast or, honestly, any time you’re hungry and need fuel fast. Just a few minutes, a few ingredients, and I swear, your stomach will do a happy dance. Want more ideas for easy, healthy recipes? Check out Serious Eats’ egg tutorials or this BBC Good Food avocado toast guide. Seriously, give it a whirl and let your taste buds celebrate. 
Poached Egg and Avocado Toast
Ingredients
Method
- Bring a small pot of water to a simmer.
- Add a splash of vinegar to the simmering water.
- Crack the egg into a small bowl to avoid shell pieces.
- Slowly slide the egg into the water.
- Let the egg poach for about 3 minutes until the whites are set.
- Gently scoop it out with a slotted spoon.
- Toast the slice of bread to your desired level of crispiness.
- Smash the ripe avocado in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the smashed avocado onto the toasted bread.
- Place the poached egg on top of the avocado toast.