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Fresh Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast Recipe with Poached Egg and Capers

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A quick and easy breakfast or brunch recipe combining creamy avocado, smoky smoked salmon, poached eggs, and tangy capers on toasted bread for a fresh and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices sturdy bread (sourdough or multigrain preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter (for toasting)
  • 2 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces fresh smoked salmon, thinly sliced
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • Fresh dill or chives, chopped (optional)
  • Optional extras: red pepper flakes, cherry tomatoes (halved), everything bagel seasoning

Instructions

  1. Prepare the avocado spread: In a bowl, mash avocado flesh with a fork until creamy but still a bit chunky. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Set aside.
  2. Toast the bread: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Brush each bread slice lightly with olive oil or butter and toast until golden brown and crisp on both sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Alternatively, use a toaster. Set toasted bread on plates.
  3. Poach the eggs: Fill a saucepan with about 3 inches of water and bring to a gentle simmer. Add a splash of vinegar. Crack one egg into a small bowl. Swirl the water gently and slide the egg into the center. Poach for 3-4 minutes for runny yolk or longer for firmer yolk. Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towel. Repeat with remaining eggs.
  4. Assemble the toast: Spread a generous layer of avocado mash on each toasted slice. Arrange smoked salmon slices on top. Carefully place a poached egg on each toast.
  5. Finish with capers and garnish: Sprinkle capers evenly over the toasts. Add fresh dill or chives and a pinch of black pepper. Optionally, add red pepper flakes or halved cherry tomatoes on the side.

Notes

Use fresh eggs for best poaching results. Add a teaspoon of white vinegar to simmering water to help egg whites coagulate. Leave avocado mash a bit chunky for texture contrast. Use lemon juice to prevent avocado browning. Capers add a briny punch; use sparingly if new to their flavor. Substitute gluten-free bread and dairy-free butter or olive oil as needed. Soft-boiled or soft-scrambled eggs can be used instead of poached eggs.

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Keywords: smoked salmon, avocado toast, poached egg, capers, breakfast, brunch, quick recipe, healthy fats, easy breakfast

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