Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Print View)

Colorful breakfast toasts topped with ube, avocado, fresh vegetables, and vibrant garnishes for a lively start.

# Components:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread

→ Ube Layer

02 - 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
03 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

→ Avocado Layer

04 - 1 ripe avocado
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - Pinch of salt
07 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Garnishes & Extras

08 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
10 - 2 tablespoons microgreens or fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Drizzle of extra virgin olive oil

# Directions:

01 - Toast the bread slices using a toaster or grill pan until golden and crisp.
02 - Combine ube halaya with softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl and blend until smooth and spreadable.
03 - In a separate bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper until creamy.
04 - Evenly distribute the ube mixture over two toasted bread slices, and the avocado mash over the remaining two.
05 - Top each toast with sliced radishes, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens or fresh herbs.
06 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over all toasts and drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately for best results.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Bright, varied flavors with eye-catching presentation
  • Ready in 20 minutes for a speedy, satisfying breakfast
02 -
  • Ube halaya is available at most Asian groceries but can be substituted with mashed roasted sweet potato for similar color and sweetness.
  • Use gluten-free bread or dairy-free cream cheese to suit dietary needs, and check labels for allergens including gluten, dairy, and sesame seeds.
03 -
  • Top with a poached or soft-boiled egg for extra protein.
  • Swap pomegranate seeds for diced tomatoes or mango to add a new flavor twist.
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