Caprese Avocado Toast

Ingredients

• 4 slicesbread, toasted
• 2avocados, pitted
• 1 teaspoon, dividedkosher salt
• ¾ teaspoon, dividedblack pepper
• ½ teaspoongarlic powder
• 120 ml (½ cup)sour cream
• 2 tablespoonsParmesan cheese, grated
• 3 large leavesbasil, minced
• 45 ml (3 tablespoons)double cream or milk
• ½ teaspoonoregano
• 8–12 slicesroasted tomatoes
• to garnishmicrogreens

Instructions

1. 1

   Mix the basil cream

   Whisk the sour cream, basil, oregano, cream or milk, Parmesan, and ¼ teaspoon each of the salt and pepper in a bowl. Transfer the mixture to a squeeze bottle and set it aside.

2. 2

   Mash the avocado

   Put the avocados in a bowl with the remaining salt and pepper and the garlic powder. Mash with a fork, mixing until the texture is as smooth or chunky as you like.

3. 3

   Assemble the toast

   Divide the avocado mixture evenly among the toast slices and spread it over each one. Top each slice with 3–4 roasted tomato slices, drizzle with the basil cream, and finish with microgreens. Serve immediately.

What is Caprese avocado toast?

This toast brings together avocado and the familiar Caprese-style pairing of tomatoes, basil and Parmesan. It takes inspiration from Italian flavours while turning them into a quick, open-faced snack or meal.

The contrast is what makes this version work: creamy avocado and basil dressing meet sweet-tart roasted tomatoes, while toasted bread gives each bite structure.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 599 calories, 15g protein, 49g carbs, 41g fat.

The bread and avocado provide most of the carbohydrates, while avocado, sour cream and cream contribute much of the fat. The bread, avocado and Parmesan contribute some protein; pair a slice with a green salad or vegetable soup for a more balanced plate.

Choose the bread and tomatoes

Bread: Use slices sturdy enough to hold the toppings without folding. Toast them until crisp at the edges, but not so hard that they are difficult to bite.

Tomatoes: The recipe calls for roasted tomato slices, so have those ready before assembling. Their concentrated flavour complements the mild avocado and tangy cream.

Keep the basil cream smooth

Dressing: Whisk the sour cream, basil, oregano, Parmesan and cream or milk until evenly combined. A squeeze bottle makes it easier to drizzle over the toast, though a spoon works too.

Seasoning: Add ¼ teaspoon each of the salt and pepper to the dressing, as directed, and reserve the rest for the avocado. This keeps the seasoning distributed between both components.

Get the avocado texture right

Avocado: Mash with a fork and stop when it reaches your preferred consistency. Leaving a few small pieces gives the topping more texture; a smoother mash spreads more easily.

Timing: Mash the avocado close to serving time, then spread it over the toast promptly. This helps the topping stay fresh-looking and the bread retain its crispness.

Assemble just before serving

Order: Spread the avocado evenly over the toast, add 3–4 roasted tomato slices to each piece, and finish with the basil cream and microgreens. Assemble the slices shortly before eating so the toast does not soften under the toppings.

Finish: Add the microgreens last so they remain fresh and delicate. Serve immediately for the best contrast between crisp bread and creamy toppings.

What to serve alongside

For a light meal, serve the toast with a simple green salad or a bowl of vegetable soup. These sides add freshness without competing with the basil, tomato and avocado.

For a snack, one slice may be enough; for a fuller plate, serve more toast alongside a side salad.

Recipe notes & tips

• Toast the bread just before assembling so it stays crisp under the toppings.
• Taste the avocado mixture before spreading and adjust the seasoning within the amounts given.
• Use fully ripe avocados so they mash readily with a fork.
• If the basil cream is too thick to drizzle, whisk in a little more of the listed cream or milk.
• Keep the tomato slices and microgreens ready before you begin assembling.

Variations

• Use milk: Choose milk instead of double cream for a lighter-textured drizzle.
• Make it chunkier: Leave small pieces of avocado in the mash for extra texture.
• Add extra basil: Sprinkle a little more minced basil over the assembled toast.
• Change the bread: Use a sturdy sourdough or another substantial loaf, toasted.
• Serve as bites: Cut the toast into smaller pieces for a snack platter.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Soggy toast: Assemble shortly before serving and start with crisp, freshly toasted bread.
• Over-mashing: Stop when the avocado reaches your preferred texture rather than blending it smooth.
• Uneven seasoning: Reserve ¼ teaspoon each of salt and pepper for the dressing, then season the avocado with the remainder.
• Thick drizzle: Whisk the dressing thoroughly and use the listed cream or milk to give it a pourable texture.
• Crowded toppings: Divide the ingredients evenly so each slice remains easy to pick up and eat.

How to store

For the best texture, serve the assembled toast immediately rather than storing it. Keep any unused basil cream covered in the fridge and use it within 2 days; store the avocado topping separately and use it promptly.

Frequently asked questions