✨ Introduction
Smoked Salmon & Poached Egg Avocado Toast is the ultimate café-style brunch packed with creamy avocado, silky smoked salmon, perfectly poached eggs, and crisp toasted bread. Every bite delivers buttery avocado richness, delicate salmon flavor, runny golden yolk, and crunchy artisan toast layered into one elegant and deeply satisfying meal. Fresh, wholesome, and luxurious, this brunch favorite is perfect for breakfast, lunch, weekend gatherings, or healthy comfort food cravings.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Toast
• 4 slices sourdough or artisan bread
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Toppings
• 4 poached eggs
• 6 oz smoked salmon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
Optional Add-Ins
• Cherry tomatoes
• Red onion slices
• Cucumber ribbons
• Cream cheese
• Capers
• Chili flakes
Optional Garnish
• Fresh dill or parsley
• Lemon wedges
• Everything bagel seasoning
• Cracked black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Toast the Bread
Toast sourdough or artisan bread until golden and crisp.
2️⃣ Prepare the Avocado
Mash avocados with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy but slightly chunky.
3️⃣ Spread the Avocado
Generously spread avocado mixture onto each slice of toast.
4️⃣ Poach the Eggs
Bring water to a gentle simmer. Carefully poach eggs until whites are set and yolks remain runny.
5️⃣ Add the Smoked Salmon
Layer smoked salmon slices over the avocado toast.
6️⃣ Top with Eggs
Place poached eggs gently on top of the smoked salmon.
7️⃣ Add Optional Toppings
Top with tomatoes, onions, capers, cucumber ribbons, or chili flakes if desired.
8️⃣ Garnish and Finish
Sprinkle with fresh dill, cracked black pepper, everything bagel seasoning, and a squeeze of lemon.
9️⃣ Serve and Enjoy
Serve immediately for a fresh, creamy, elegant, and deeply satisfying brunch experience.
❓ FAQ
What bread works best?
Sourdough or seeded artisan bread holds toppings beautifully.
How do I make perfect poached eggs?
Use gently simmering water and fresh eggs.
Can I use scrambled eggs instead?
Yes, scrambled eggs work wonderfully.
What avocado texture works best?
Slightly chunky avocado gives the best texture.
What pairs well with it?
Fresh fruit, salad, or coffee pair perfectly.
🥑 Final Thoughts
Smoked Salmon & Poached Egg Avocado Toast is the perfect luxurious brunch dish packed with creamy avocado, silky smoked salmon, runny poached eggs, and crisp artisan toast. Fresh, elegant, and deeply satisfying, it’s a café-style homemade favorite full of rich comforting flavor.
