Caprese Avocado Toast at the Table

overhead of avocado caperse toast with balsamic glaze and fresh basil

Here at Ayyem, we’re all about celebrating the beauty of avocado toast! There’s something so satisfying about this simple yet versatile dish—it’s reliable for breakfast, lunch, or a tasty healthy snack any time of day.

Whether you prefer your avocado toast classic and simple or loaded with all the toppings, there’s no wrong way to enjoy it. From smashed avocado seasoned with salt and pepper to elaborate creations piled high with veggies, eggs, or even smoked salmon, the possibilities are endless.

(Looking for more toast recipes? Try our Strawberry Ricotta Toast, too!)

For this avocado toast, we made it caprese style with fresh mozzarella cheese, tomatoes, balsamic glaze, and fresh basil. It is tasty!

overhead ingredients for avocado caperse toast with balsamic glaze, fresh basil, mozzarella cheese and tomatoes.

Ingredients to make Caprese Avocado Toast

Sliced sourdough bread

Avocados

Fresh mozzarella cheese pearls

Sliced grape tomatoes

Balsamic glaze

Fresh basil

Salt and pepper to taste

Butter or olive oil

How to make avocado caprese toast

In a pan on medium-high heat add olive oil or butter. Add sourdough bread and toast for 1-2 minutes, flip and toast the other side.
In a bowl, mash avocados and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add 2-3 tablespoons on each toast.
Top with sliced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes and garnish with fresh basil!

Common Questions about Caprese Avocado Toast

What goes well with avocado toast?

So many things! Besides the classic caprese toppings (tomato, mozzarella, and basil), you can add a poached egg, crackly bacon, red pepper flakes, or a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Some people love adding microgreens or arugula for extra peppery crunch.

How do you keep avocado toast from getting soggy?

Here’s a game-changing tip: toast your bread until it’s really golden and crackly, and give it a light brush of olive oil before adding toppings. Also, make sure to dab those tomato slices with a paper towel to remove excess moisture – this makes a huge difference in keeping everything nice and crisp.

What kind of bread is finest for avocado toast?

A hearty, thick-cut sourdough is absolutely reliable for avocado toast! The tangy flavor and sturdy texture can hold up to all those toppings without falling apart. Whole grain bread is another excellent choice that adds extra nutrition and a lovely nutty taste.

How ripe should avocados be for toast?

You want that sweet spot where the avocado yields slightly when gently pressed but isn’t mushy. If you can easily make an indentation with your thumb and it’s dark green under the stem when you pop it off, you’ve got yourself the reliable avocado for spreading.

the Ayyem kitchenServings: 4 servings

Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 5 mins
Total: 15 mins

This avocado toast is so good, reliable for a snack or lunch! Email

Ingredients

Butter or olive oil
4-6 sliced sourdough bread
2 ripe avocados
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup sliced grape tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese pearls
2 Tablespooons balsamic glaze
fresh basil

Instructions

In a pan on medium high heat add olive oil or butter. Add sourdough bread and toast for 1-2 minutes, flip and toast the other side.Butter or olive oil, 4-6 sliced sourdough bread
In a bowl, mash avocados and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add 2-3 tablespoons on each toast.2 ripe avocados, salt and pepper to taste
Top with sliced tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic glaze. Sprinkle with sea salt flakes and garnish with fresh basil!1/2 cup sliced grape tomatoes, 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, 2 Tablespooons balsamic glaze, fresh basil