Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Print Version)

Vivid toasts topped with ube, avocado, and crisp garnishes for an energizing breakfast.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread

→ Ube Layer

02 - 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
03 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

→ Avocado Layer

04 - 1 ripe avocado
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - Pinch of salt
07 - Pinch of ground black pepper

→ Garnishes & Extras

08 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
10 - 2 tablespoons microgreens or fresh herbs (such as cilantro or parsley)
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Brown the bread slices in a toaster or grill pan until crisp and golden.
02 - Combine ube halaya and softened cream cheese in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until a smooth, spreadable consistency is achieved.
03 - In another bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and ground black pepper until creamy.
04 - Evenly spread the ube mixture over two toasted slices. Cover the remaining two slices with avocado mash.
05 - Top each prepared toast with thin radish slices, pomegranate seeds, and a generous sprinkle of microgreens or herbs.
06 - Distribute toasted sesame seeds over all toasts and finish each with a light drizzle of olive oil. Serve immediately to enjoy optimal texture and flavor.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare, perfect for busy mornings
  • Uses fresh, nutrient-rich ingredients for a healthy breakfast
02 -
  • Ube halaya is available at Asian grocery stores and can be substituted with mashed sweet potato
  • For allergies, use gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, or omit sesame seeds
03 -
  • For extra protein, add a poached or soft-boiled egg on top
  • Swap pomegranate seeds for diced tomatoes or mango for a flavor twist
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