Quarantine Cuisine: 30 Healthy Recipes You Can Easily Make at Home Right Now
Who knew quarantine cooking could be so tasty?
Avocados are a “trendy” food these days, but they do deserve some love.
They’re loaded with healthy fats, fiber, and other vitamins and minerals, and as you’ll see, they don’t have to taste like a wet sponge.
All it takes is a few of the right ingredients, and you can turn this humble fruit into something that you actually want to eat.
There’s something for everyone in these avocado toast recipes, too–there’s something with meat, something with goat cheese, something spicy, mild, and Mediterranean, and more.
These recipes are also super easy to make. All you need is a few minutes to whip one up, which is perfect for when you’re rushing around in the morning or throughout the day.
So, instead of smearing your toast with peanut butter or jam for the thousandth time, try one of these avocado toast recipes instead. You might not go back!
Enjoy!
You don’t have to mash an avocado to make toast. This one uses hummus as the spread instead, so you can quickly slice up the avocado, remove it from the skin, and lay the avocado on top.
Easy as that is, it’ll look like a special meal with these creative toppings: hemp seeds, fresh dill, and the Middle Eastern spice blend called za’atar.
276
Calories10 g
Protein25 g
Carbs17 g
Fat4 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
5 oz. hummus
1 large Hass avocado, sliced
4 green onions, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. shelled hemp seeds
2 tsp. za’atar seasoning
1 small bunch fresh dill
Get the RecipeThere’s an easy way to make avocado toast into a mouthwatering breakfast while adding protein. Fry, hard-boil, or poach an egg to go on top, and you’re adding 6 grams of protein.
Also look for a high-protein bread like P28, which includes whey protein to bump up the macros by another 10 grams.
290
Calories12 g
Protein26 g
Carbs16 g
Fat1 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/2 large Hass avocado, sliced
2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
1/8 tsp. sea salt, divided
2 large eggs
1 cup baby arugula
Get the RecipeAvocado toast is all about the toppings. You can keep it simple with a drizzle of olive oil and dash of seasoning, or infuse it with bold flavor by adding other fresh ingredients. This version is bright and tangy thanks to fresh pineapple and a hint of spice.
284
Calories7 g
Protein29 g
Carbs17 g
Fat1 small Hass avocado
1 cup fresh-cut pineapple, diced small
1 Tbsp. hemp seeds
1 tsp. fresh basil, torn or chopped
Pinch of cayenne or smoky paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted
Get the RecipeSince avocado is mild, how you top your toast will really change the flavor. This recipe has two options: pear or tomato slices.
Use one of each for variety. Or pick just one fruit or the other, depending on how sweet you want to go, or what’s ripe and in season.
585
Calories13 g
Protein74 g
Carbs29 g
FatBagel:
1 large Hass avocado
2 bagels, lightly toasted
1 tomato, thinly sliced
1 ripe pear, thinly sliced
Handful of sprouts
Garlic Herb Dressing:
1 clove garlic, pressed (or 1/2 tsp. garlic powder)
1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper (or more to taste)
1/4 tsp. dried oregano (or herbs of choice)
1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 tsp. freshly squeezed lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Get the RecipeWhenever you have corn on the cob, it’s easy to grill them as a side dish, then use the extras for this breakfast the next day. You can make a fresh corn salsa for eggs, or try this simple avocado toast idea.
It’s quick to make, yet feels like a restaurant dish with goat cheese and charred corn. Turn it into Mexican avocado toast with cotija cheese, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of ground chile pepper instead.
663
Calories20 g
Protein69 g
Carbs37 g
Fat2 pieces thick-cut bread
1 1/2 small Hass avocados
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 Tbsp. (about 1 oz.) goat cheese, crumbled
1 ear corn, charred
1 tsp. freshly chopped chives
Get the RecipeAlthough avocado tends to be eaten at room temperature, it gets even creamier when you warm it up. This avocado toast is super simple: olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
You can mash the avocado right onto the freshly toasted bread so it softens, and then add the toppings. Finish with crushed red pepper, if you want some spice, or a pinch of sweet paprika if you don’t.
399
Calories4 g
Protein24 g
Carbs35 g
Fat1 slice seven-grain sandwich bread
1/2 large Hass avocado
1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. lemon juice (or more to taste)
Salt to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Get the RecipeYou can make a cheesy avocado toast with melted cheddar on top. But when you pick a fresh cheese like ricotta, and it can be blended with the mashed avocado for a creamy, cheesy spread. It’s a delicious way to upgrade a simple breakfast of toast and eggs.
787
Calories28 g
Protein54 g
Carbs54 g
Fat2 slices whole-wheat bread, toasted
2 large eggs
2 Tbsp. ricotta cheese
1 large Hass avocado, mashed
3 Tbsp. Sriracha
1/4 cup sliced green onions
Get the RecipeTo make vegan avocado toast, just pick the right toppings, like this homemade coconut “bacon.”
With maple syrup, liquid smoke, and tamari (or soy) sauce, you can make savory coconut flakes that taste similar to bacon bits. And if you need a gluten-free avocado toast, simply start with gluten-free bread.
495
Calories7 g
Protein30 g
Carbs39 g
Fat8 slices multigrain bread
2 large Hass avocados
2 1/2 Tbsp. gluten-free tamari
2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
1 Tbsp. sesame oil
1/2 Tbsp. liquid smoke
4 cups unsweetened flaked coconut
Pinch of sea salt
Get the RecipeAvocado toast is delicious no matter what you do to it, and switching up the toppings can keep it seasonal. Make a refreshing summer snack with crisp cucumber or fresh fruit on top.
And if you sprinkle on some chili pepper flakes, it’ll help you beat the heat by increasing circulation so your body’s natural cooling systems kick in.
252
Calories6 g
Protein21 g
Carbs18 g
Fat1 slice bread
1/4 large Hass avocado
1 small Armenian cucumber, thinly sliced
1/4 tsp. lemon zest
6 fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
1 Tbsp. crumbled feta (optional)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil (more or less to taste)
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
Chili powder to taste
Get the RecipeAvocado toast is like an open-faced sandwich, so why not turn it into the whole thing? This is a simple lunch recipe, but good enough to be on the menu at a fancy café.
Make avocado toast grilled cheese at home, and you can build it how you want. The best part of this upgraded sandwich is that it’s ready in just 10 minutes.
522
Calories16 g
Protein33 g
Carbs38 g
Fat2 slices whole-grain bread
1/2 large Hass avocado, mashed
1 slice Havarti cheese
1 Tbsp. light mayonnaise
1 tsp. dried basil
1 tsp. butter
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