25 Avocado Toast Recipes (High-Protein)

Avocado toast has firmly established itself as a modern breakfast staple, and when paired with high-protein toppings, it becomes one of the most nutritionally complete meals you can prepare in under ten minutes. While avocado itself provides healthy monounsaturated fats, fiber, and potassium, it is relatively modest in protein. The key to making avocado toast a high-protein breakfast lies in the thoughtful selection of toppings — eggs, smoked salmon, cottage cheese, hummus, and legumes can each add 10 to 25 grams of protein to a single serving.

The recipes below explore the full creative potential of avocado toast, from classic combinations to globally inspired flavor profiles. Each recipe is designed to deliver at least 15 grams of protein per serving, making them genuinely satisfying and capable of fueling your morning for hours.

1. Classic Poached Egg Avocado Toast

The timeless combination of creamy avocado and a perfectly runny poached egg on whole-grain toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar (for poaching)
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. Halve and pit the avocado. Scoop the flesh into a bowl and mash with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Bring a pot of water to a gentle simmer and add the white vinegar.
3. Crack each egg into a small cup. Create a gentle swirl in the water and slide the egg in. Poach for 3 to 4 minutes until the white is set but the yolk is still runny.
4. Spread the mashed avocado generously over the toasted bread.
5. Top each slice with a poached egg, a pinch of red pepper flakes, and a final crack of black pepper.

2. Smoked Salmon and Avocado Toast

A luxurious, protein-rich combination inspired by the classic bagel and lox.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 ounces smoked salmon
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon capers
• Fresh dill
• Lemon wedges

Instructions:

1. Spread the cream cheese over the toasted bread slices.
2. Layer the mashed avocado over the cream cheese.
3. Drape the smoked salmon over the avocado.
4. Scatter the capers and fresh dill on top.
5. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

3. Cottage Cheese and Avocado Toast

Spreading a thick layer of cottage cheese under the avocado dramatically boosts the protein content of this toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Everything bagel seasoning
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Spread the cottage cheese evenly over the toasted bread.
2. Spread the mashed avocado on top of the cottage cheese.
3. Top with halved cherry tomatoes.
4. Sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning, salt, and pepper.

4. Fried Egg and Crispy Bacon Avocado Toast

A hearty, satisfying toast loaded with protein from both eggs and bacon.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices thick-cut bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 2 large eggs, fried
• 2 strips bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
• Salt, pepper, and hot sauce

Instructions:

1. Fry the eggs in a skillet to your preferred doneness (sunny-side up or over-easy recommended).
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Place a fried egg on each slice.
4. Crumble the crispy bacon over the top.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and a dash of hot sauce.

5. Hummus and Avocado Toast with Dukkah

Layering hummus under the avocado adds chickpea-based protein and a creamy, nutty depth of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1/4 cup hummus
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 2 tablespoons dukkah (Egyptian nut and spice blend)
• A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
• Lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Spread the hummus over the toasted bread.
2. Layer the mashed avocado over the hummus.
3. Sprinkle the dukkah generously over the top.
4. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice.

6. Greek Yogurt Whip and Avocado Toast

Whipped Greek yogurt creates a light, tangy, protein-rich base for this refreshing toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices multigrain bread, toasted
• 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
• 2 radishes, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Season the Greek yogurt with salt and pepper and spread over the toasted bread.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the yogurt layer.
3. Top with sliced cucumber and radishes.
4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.

7. Tuna and Avocado Toast

Canned tuna is an incredibly convenient, high-protein topping that pairs surprisingly well with creamy avocado.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 can (5 oz) tuna in water, drained
• 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon diced celery
• Salt, pepper, and lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Mix the drained tuna with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, diced celery, salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Spoon the tuna mixture generously over the avocado.
4. Serve immediately.

8. Edamame and Avocado Toast

Shelled edamame adds a plant-based protein punch and a satisfying texture to this vibrant green toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/2 cup shelled edamame, cooked
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
• Sesame seeds and sliced green onion for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mash the avocado with a pinch of salt and spread over the toasted bread.
2. In a small bowl, toss the edamame with soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
3. Spoon the edamame mixture over the avocado.
4. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onion.

9. Scrambled Egg and Avocado Toast

A double-protein toast combining creamy scrambled eggs with mashed avocado.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 large eggs, scrambled
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Salt, pepper, and chili flakes
• Fresh chives for garnish

Instructions:

1. Scramble the eggs in butter over low heat until soft and creamy.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Spoon the scrambled eggs over the avocado.
4. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
5. Garnish with fresh chives.

10. Ricotta and Avocado Toast with Honey and Walnuts

Creamy ricotta adds a sweet, milky protein layer beneath the avocado for a delightful sweet-savory combination.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices thick-cut whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts
• 1 tablespoon honey
• A pinch of flaky sea salt

Instructions:

1. Spread the ricotta generously over the toasted bread.
2. Layer the mashed avocado over the ricotta.
3. Scatter the chopped walnuts on top.
4. Drizzle with honey and finish with a pinch of flaky sea salt.

11. Spicy Sriracha Shrimp Avocado Toast

Sautéed shrimp with a sriracha glaze creates a bold, spicy, protein-packed toast topping.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 6 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 tablespoon sriracha
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink.
2. Toss the cooked shrimp with sriracha, honey, and lime juice.
3. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
4. Top with the spicy shrimp and garnish with sliced green onions.

12. Black Bean and Avocado Toast

Seasoned black beans add fiber and plant-based protein to this hearty, satisfying toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons pico de gallo or salsa
• Fresh cilantro

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mash half the black beans with cumin, smoked paprika, and lime juice. Stir in the remaining whole beans.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Spoon the seasoned black beans over the avocado.
4. Top with pico de gallo and fresh cilantro.

13. Prosciutto and Fig Avocado Toast

Salty prosciutto and sweet fresh figs create a sophisticated flavor contrast on this protein-rich toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 2 ounces prosciutto
• 2 fresh figs, quartered
• 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
• Fresh arugula

Instructions:

1. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
2. Layer the prosciutto slices over the avocado.
3. Arrange the quartered figs on top.
4. Add a handful of fresh arugula.
5. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve.

14. Pesto Egg and Avocado Toast

Vibrant basil pesto adds an herby, nutty dimension to this classic egg and avocado combination.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 2 large eggs, fried or poached
• 2 tablespoons basil pesto
• Cherry tomatoes, halved
• Shaved Parmesan

Instructions:

1. Stir the basil pesto into the mashed avocado.
2. Spread the pesto-avocado mixture over the toasted bread.
3. Top each slice with a fried or poached egg.
4. Arrange the cherry tomatoes alongside and top with shaved Parmesan.

15. Chickpea and Avocado Toast with Za’atar

Roasted chickpeas provide a satisfying crunch and substantial plant-based protein on this Middle Eastern-inspired toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and patted dry
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon za’atar
• Lemon juice
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Toss the chickpeas with olive oil, half the za’atar, salt, and pepper. Roast in a 400°F (200°C) oven for 20 minutes until crispy, or pan-fry for 5 minutes.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread and squeeze lemon juice over it.
3. Top with the crispy chickpeas and sprinkle with the remaining za’atar.

16. Turkey and Avocado Toast with Dijon

Lean turkey breast slices make this a high-protein, deli-style breakfast toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 ounces sliced deli turkey breast
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 slices tomato
• A handful of baby spinach
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Spread the Dijon mustard over one side of the toasted bread.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the other side.
3. Layer the baby spinach, tomato slices, and turkey breast over the avocado.
4. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

17. Whipped Feta and Avocado Toast

Blended feta creates a smooth, tangy, protein-rich spread that elevates avocado toast to new heights.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Cherry tomatoes and fresh basil for topping

Instructions:

1. Blend the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, and olive oil in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
2. Spread the whipped feta over the toasted bread.
3. Layer the mashed avocado on top.
4. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.

18. Egg Salad and Avocado Toast

Creamy egg salad on top of avocado creates a double-protein, ultra-satisfying breakfast toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon chopped chives
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Mix the chopped hard-boiled eggs with Greek yogurt, Dijon mustard, chives, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Spoon the egg salad generously over the avocado.
4. Serve immediately.

19. Sardine and Avocado Toast

Sardines are one of the most underrated high-protein, omega-3-rich breakfast toppings, and they pair wonderfully with avocado.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1 can (4 oz) sardines in olive oil, drained
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• Thinly sliced red onion
• Lemon juice and fresh parsley

Instructions:

1. Spread the Dijon mustard over the toasted bread.
2. Layer the mashed avocado over the mustard.
3. Arrange the sardines on top.
4. Add thinly sliced red onion and a squeeze of lemon juice.
5. Garnish with fresh parsley.

20. Caprese Avocado Toast

The classic Italian Caprese salad reimagined as a high-protein avocado toast with fresh mozzarella.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
• 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• Balsamic glaze
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
2. Alternate slices of fresh mozzarella and tomato on top.
3. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices.
4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper.

21. Harissa Chicken and Avocado Toast

Spiced, shredded chicken breast makes this avocado toast a serious protein powerhouse.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 ounces cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 1 tablespoon harissa paste
• 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt
• Fresh cilantro and lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Toss the shredded chicken with harissa paste and Greek yogurt.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Top with the harissa chicken.
4. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice.

22. Lox and Everything Bagel Avocado Toast

All the flavors of an everything bagel with lox, reimagined on a slice of toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 ounces lox or smoked salmon
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese
• 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning
• Thinly sliced red onion and capers

Instructions:

1. Spread the cream cheese over the toasted bread.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the cream cheese.
3. Layer the lox on top.
4. Add thinly sliced red onion and capers.
5. Sprinkle generously with everything bagel seasoning.

23. Tofu Scramble and Avocado Toast

A fully plant-based, high-protein toast featuring seasoned tofu scramble.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 1/2 cup firm tofu, crumbled
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the crumbled tofu, turmeric, garlic powder, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu is lightly golden.
3. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
4. Top with the tofu scramble and serve.

24. Beet-Cured Salmon and Avocado Toast

Vibrant beet-cured salmon adds a striking visual element and a delicate, earthy sweetness to this elegant toast.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices rye bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 ounces beet-cured salmon or gravlax
• 2 tablespoons crème fraîche
• Fresh dill and microgreens
• Lemon zest

Instructions:

1. Spread the crème fraîche over the toasted rye bread.
2. Layer the mashed avocado on top.
3. Drape the beet-cured salmon over the avocado.
4. Garnish with fresh dill, microgreens, and lemon zest.

25. Spiced Lamb and Avocado Toast

Ground lamb seasoned with Middle Eastern spices creates an unexpectedly delicious and protein-rich toast topping.

Ingredients:

• 2 slices thick sourdough bread, toasted
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 3 ounces ground lamb
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1 tablespoon pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• Fresh mint

Instructions:

1. Cook the ground lamb in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up, until browned. Season with cumin, cinnamon, allspice, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread the mashed avocado over the toasted bread.
3. Spoon the spiced lamb over the avocado.
4. Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt, toasted pine nuts, and fresh mint.