Say hello to your new favorite breakfast—or anytime snack! This Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast recipe takes a classic favorite and gives it a bold, flavorful twist. Packed with fresh, wholesome ingredients, this recipe is as satisfying as it is simple.
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Imagine creamy avocado paired with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean: Roasted Tomatoes, toasty halloumi cheese, Hard Boiled Eggs, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze and olive oil. This recipe is not just a feast for the eyes, but a delicious way to transport your taste buds to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself on a lazy Sunday morning, this Mediterranean avocado toast recipe is the perfect balance of nutrients, flavor, and simplicity.
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Avocado Toast Ingredients
- Sourdough – the foundation of this dish, sourdough brings a slightly tangy flavor and a satisfyingly chewy texture. Its crisp crust and soft interior are perfect for supporting all the delicious toppings without getting soggy.
- Halloumi – this salty, semi-hard cheese is a standout ingredient that adds a savory, chewy bite. When grilled or pan-fried, halloumi develops a golden crust.
- Avocados – the star of the show! Avocados bring a buttery, creamy richness to the dish while delivering a dose of healthy fats.
- Cherry tomatoes – these little bursts of sweetness and acidity brighten up the dish to make each bite a pop of juiciness!
- Eggs – eggs add a satisfying, protein-packed touch, and their rich yolks create a luscious sauce that enhances the entire dish.
- Balsamic glaze – the thick, tangy-sweet drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a gourmet touch to the dish.
- Fresh oregano – a sprinkle of fresh, chopped oregano brings an earthy, aromatic quality to the toast. Its herbal flavor complements the Mediterranean theme to tie everything together.
- Extra virgin olive oil – a drizzle of high-quality olive oil enhances the flavors of every ingredient, adding a luxurious, fruity finish.
How to Make This Avocado Toast Recipe
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees, slice tomatoes in half, and place on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Step 2: While tomatoes are roasting, bring water to a gentle boil. Using a slotted spoon, gently lower the eggs, one by one, into the boiling water. Cover the pot and turn the heat to a simmer. Immediately set a timer for 11 minutes.
Step 3: While the eggs are boiling, make a bath of ice water in a medium bowl.
Step 4: After 11 minutes, transfer the eggs into ice water using a slotted spoon. Let the eggs rest for about 10-15 minutes until cooled. Remove shells.
Step 5: In a non-stick pan, add a drizzle of olive oil and halloumi slices and let halloumi brown on each side for about 4-5 minutes.
Step 6: Toast bread in a toaster until golden.
Step 7: Roughly mash avocadoes with a fork. Spread avocado on toast.
Step 8: Place a few slices of warm, toasted halloumi on avocado. Add a few tomatoes on top of halloumi slices. Cut eggs in half and place halves on top of each toast. Sprinkle with fresh oregano, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Variations and Topping Ideas
You can easily tweak this Mediterranean-inspired avocado toast recipe to suit your taste or try new combinations for a fresh twist. Here are some creative ideas to take your avocado toast to the next level:
- Feta Crumbles: for a saltier, tangier kick!
- Cucumber Slices: for a fresh, crunchy element.
- Roasted Red Peppers: bring a smoky-sweet flavor.
- Arugula: adding some extra greens never hurts!
- Za’atar: sprinkle on this Middle Eastern spice blend for an earthy, zesty kick.
- Red Pepper Flakes: for those who like a touch of heat!
- Lemon Zest: brightens up the dish with a citrusy pop.
FAQs
The bread is the foundation of your avocado toast, so choose wisely! A hearty, rustic bread like sourdough, whole grain, or ciabatta works best. These breads provide a sturdy base that can hold up to the toppings while also adding texture and flavor. Make sure to toast it well for that perfect balance of crispness and chewiness!
A ripe avocado should feel slightly soft when you gently press on it, but not mushy. If it’s too firm, it needs more time to ripen. If it feels overly soft or has brown spots when cut open, it’s past its prime.
Avocado toast is best enjoyed fresh. If you need to store it, make all components ahead and store in the fridge. Mash the avocado, toast bread, and assemble last minute.
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Mediterranean Avocado Toast Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 sourdough slices, or your favorite bread
- 2 ripe avocados
- 8 ounces halloumi, roughly cut into 1/3 inch slices
- 1 small container cherry tomatoes
- 4 large eggs
- 4 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh oregano, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉, slice tomatoes in half, and place on a baking sheet drizzled with olive oil and sprinkled with salt for 20-25 minutes. Work on the other steps while the tomatoes are roasting.
- Bring water in a medium pot to a gentle boil. Using a slotted spoon, gently lower the eggs, one-by-one, into the boiling water. Immediately set a timer for 11 minutes, maintaining a gentle boil. 11 minutes gives you hard boiled eggs. If you’d like soft boiled eggs, cut the time by two minutes.
- While the eggs are in boiling water, make a bath of ice water in a medium bowl. Once the eggs are ready to come out of the hot water, quickly transfer them into the ice water bath using a slotted spoon. Let the eggs rest in the ice water bath for about 10-15 minutes, until cooled. Remove shells.
- In a non-stick pan, add a drizzle of olive oil and halloumi slices. Over medium heat, let halloumi brown on each side for about 4-5 minutes. Let the halloumi get as toasty as you’d like!
- Toast bread in a toaster until golden.
- In a bowl, roughly mash avocados with a fork. Spread avocado on toast. Place a few slices of warm, toasted halloumi on avocado. Add a few tomatoes on top of halloumi slices. Cut eggs in half, and place halves on top of each toast. Sprinkle with fresh oregano, and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Serve immediately
Notes
- You can use store-bought hard boiled eggs if preferred!
- Don’t have time to toast halloumi? Use crumbled feta instead!
- Don’t have time to roast tomatoes? Use fresh tomatoes instead!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Avo toast is my literal go to meal. Sometimes it gets old which is why I landed on this recipe. I love the meddi spin!!! The halloumi cheese was something I never had before and canโt believe Iโve been missing this all my life.
๐ Halloumi is the best!! So glad you found my recipe.
Grace
Hi, Grace!
Iโm a big fan of all your recipes, and Iโm thoroughly enjoy your cooking videos and typed out helpful instructions. Do you happen to have instructions on how to do the balsamic glaze or is that something weโre supposed to buy pre-made? Thank you so much.
Los Angeles, California
Hi Manel,
Thanks so much for the comment! I typically buy balsamic glaze right in the grocery store but you can also make your own by simmering balsamic vinegar for about 20 minutes in a pot until it reduces by about two-thirds. Either way works!
Grace