Smashed Edamame & Avocado Green Goddess Toast
Indulge in a burst of flavors with this Smashed Edamame & Avocado Green Goddess Toast. This vibrant dish combines creamy avocado, protein-packed edamame, and fresh herbs, all served atop crispy whole grain bread. Perfect for brunch or a nutritious snack, each bite offers a delightful mix of textures and tastes that will elevate your dining experience. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that’s not only delicious but also visually stunning—ideal for impressing your guests or treating yourself!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (4 slices of toast) 1x
- Category: Snack/Brunch
- Method: Boiling/Toasting
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1 cup shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup fresh parsley leaves
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 4 slices whole grain bread
Instructions
- Boil water in a small pot. Add shelled edamame and cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Drain and let cool.
- In a mixing bowl, mash together the cooked edamame, avocado flesh, lemon juice, minced garlic, basil, and parsley until creamy yet chunky.
- Toast the whole grain bread until golden brown and crispy.
- Generously spread the smashed mixture over each slice of toast.
- Optionally drizzle with extra lemon juice or olive oil and sprinkle with red pepper flakes or sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your toast by adding different herbs like dill or using chickpeas instead of edamame for variety. For meal prep, store the smashed mixture separately from the bread to keep it fresh.