THE NOT SO BASIC – BASIC – AVOCADO TOAST

Emory Keel's previous blog work separate from ECON 325 portfolio

Via foodhavenblogcom.wpcomstaging.com June 27th, 2021

There is nothing more frustrating than buying overpriced unripe avocados and then all the sudden you remember FUCK!! they’re mushy sitting on your counter. I swear they are only good for about one day and I never can seem to time it right.

However, just a little set back and after carving around the questionable brown areas, It can make for perfect avocado toast.

I know, I know another white girl telling you that you need to try avocado toast is not new, but I have curated some toast toppings that will knock your socks off!

And not for nothing, coming from an acai bowl and juice bar employee, I have become an expert at making some BOMB avocado toast and much cheaper than the $8.75 cafes charge.

Now for the tips!

1. Bread may not seem important, but IT IS! Seeded or sourdough are typically my favorite and what many cafes use. For ballin on a budget try a whole wheat option.

2. Nothing in your life should be soft and trust me that refers over to your avocado toast too. ALWAYS toast your bread before. It will add some flavor and crunchy texture to hold all your toppings.

3. It is Instagram versus reality. You see all the perfect slices in the pictures but realistically they make some bites have too much avocado and then some without. Just mash it up and smear it on the toast. I promise it will still look pretty.

4. Now for toppings

   1. Sauce: Hummus, Salsa (<33), Pesto, Sriracha, Honey, Lemon Juice, Balsamic dressing

   2. Fruit: Peaches, Blackberries, Mango, Strawberry

   3. Vegetables: Arugula (the best lettuce), Red Onions, Cucumbers, Chickpeas, Mushrooms, Tomatoes

   4. Protein: Turkey slices, Bacon, Smoked Salmon, Eggs (scrambled, fried, over easy, you can’t go wrong), Black Beans, Feta Cheese

   5. Spices: Everything but the Bagel, freshly cracked salt, and pepper, Dill, Parsley, Mint

Charlie’s Choice Combos!

• Hummus, Arugula, Avocado, Arugula, Tomato, Salt, Pepper, Balsamic

• Avocado, Salsa, Black Beans, Salt, Pepper

• Avocado, Smoked Salmon, Onion, parsley

• Avocado, Scrambled Egg, Sriracha

• Avocado, Peach Slices, Balsamic Sauce

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Written by: Emory Keel, Food Haven Social Media Intern