Save Vibrant, flavorful breakfast toasts featuring colorful toppings like ube spread, avocado, and fresh garnishes set the stage for a lively start to your day. This recipe brings together fusion elements and vegetarian ingredients for a cheerful morning treat.
I first made these breakfast toasts on a weekend morning, and their bright colors instantly lifted my mood. They quickly became a staple whenever I wanted something nourishing and visually appealing without spending much time in the kitchen.
Ingredients
- Bread: 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread
- Ube Layer: 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam), 2 tbsp cream cheese (softened)
- Avocado Layer: 1 ripe avocado, 1 tsp lemon juice, pinch of salt, pinch of black pepper
- Garnishes & Extras: 4 radishes (thinly sliced), 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds, 2 tbsp microgreens or fresh herbs (e.g. cilantro, parsley), 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Toast Bread:
- Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- Prepare Ube Spread:
- Mix the ube halaya with cream cheese in a small bowl until smooth and spreadable.
- Mash Avocado:
- Mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in another bowl.
- Spread Layers:
- Spread the smooth ube mixture on two toasts, and the mashed avocado on the other two.
- Add Garnishes:
- Top each toast with radish slices, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens or herbs.
- Finish:
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil over all toasts.
- Serve:
- Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.
Save Making these toasts together with my family on busy mornings has become a fun tradition. Everyone gets to pick their own toppings, making breakfast both interactive and delicious.
Required Tools
Toaster or grill pan, mixing bowls, spreading knife, sharp knife for prep and assembly.
Allergen Information
Contains gluten and dairy. Sesame seeds may trigger allergies. For dietary needs, choose gluten-free bread, dairy-free cream cheese, or omit sesame seeds and always read product labels.
Nutritional Information
Each toast provides approximately 210 calories, 8 g fat, 30 g carbohydrates, and 5 g protein, making it a nourishing breakfast option.
Save Serve these toasts immediately for the freshest flavors, and experiment with garnishes to create your own breakfast masterpiece.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use other types of bread?
Absolutely! Multigrain, rye, or gluten-free bread all work well and give a slightly different texture and flavor.
- → Where can I find ube halaya?
Ube halaya is available at Asian grocery stores or specialty markets. You can also substitute with mashed sweet potato.
- → How do I keep avocado from browning?
Mix avocado with lemon juice to slow browning and prepare just before assembling for the best freshness and color.
- → What can I use instead of pomegranate seeds?
Try diced mango, cherry tomatoes, or even sliced strawberries for a sweet and tangy alternative topping.
- → Are there options for dairy-free cream cheese?
Dairy-free cream cheese is available in most supermarkets. It spreads smoothly and pairs well with ube or sweet potato.
- → Can I add more protein?
Top your toasts with poached, soft-boiled, or sliced hard-boiled eggs to boost protein content and flavor.