Cucumber Toast With Avocado

Name: Cucumber Toast with Avocado
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 2 pieces thick cut bakery style rustic bread; 1 tbsp butter; 1 avocado; 2 tsp lemon juice; 1 persian cucumber (thinly sliced); za'atar seasoning; pickled red onions; 1/4 cup feta (crumbled); Flaky salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

I'm pumped to share this Cucumber Toast with Avocado recipe with you because it's been my lunch pretty much every day for the better part of the last month! Healthy, filling, mega flavorful and comes together in less than 5 minutes!

Why I Love This Recipe

You know those recipes that are kinda non-recipes... they are my current favorite. Non-recipes that are also easy to eat with 1 hand (while carrying a newborn) and even more my jam these days and this Cucumber Toast with Avocado fits the bill for both of those categories. (also see: Burrata Toast!)

Cucumber Toast with Avocado was a repeat order for us at a local shop in Kauai this summer. There was a darling little coffee / toast cafe and their Cucumber Toast with Avocado featured everything you see here. I ordered it almost daily and when we got back to the mainland I still craved it. So what's a girl to do besides stock up on za'atar, make sure she's always got some cukes and avocados in the fridge and grab a great loaf of bread at the market on a weekly basis.

This Cucumber Toast with Avocado is the perfect lunch with creamy avocado, salty feta, tons of sliced cucumbers for crunch and some pickled onions to pack a punch. It's technically my go-to lunch these days but it would also be a great breakfast or an awesome quick dinner after a big day of eating!!

Ingredients & Substitutions

Rustic Bread
Butter
Avocado
Lemon
Persian Cucumber
Za'atar
Pickled Red Onions
Feta
Flaky salt and freshly cracked black pepper

How to Make

Toast the bread until golden then slather with a bit of great quality butter.

Combine the avocado and lemon juice and smash together until chunky.

Place equal amounts of the avocado on top of each piece of bread, followed by the sliced cucumbers, plenty of the sliced cucumbers, a hefty pinch of za'atar and thinly sliced pickled red onions. Finish the Cucumber Toast with feta, salt and pepper.

Tips & Tricks

This Cucumber Toast recipe is so straight forward, no tips or tricks really needed but let's talk about how to make homemade pickled onions!

Ingredients:

1 red onion, thinly sliced
½ cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
1 cup water
1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
1 ½ teaspoons salt
Optional add-ins: peppercorns, garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, etc.

Instructions:

Prepare the onion: Thinly slice the red onion using a knife or mandoline.
Make the brine: In a small saucepan, combine the vinegar, water, sugar (if using), and salt. Heat over medium heat and stir until the sugar and salt dissolve, then remove from heat. Let it cool slightly.
Pack the onions: Place the sliced onions into a clean jar, and add any optional spices if you'd like.
Pour the brine: Pour the warm brine over the onions, ensuring they are fully submerged.
Pickle time: Let the jar cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate. The onions will be ready to eat in about 30 minutes, but the flavor improves after a few hours.

Storage:

These pickled onions will last in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

FAQ's

What type of bread is best for this cucumber toast?

A hearty, whole-grain bread or sourdough works best because it provides a sturdy base for the cucumber and avocado and adds great texture.

How do I keep avocado from browning?

To prevent browning, you can squeeze some lemon or lime juice over the avocado. The acidity slows down the oxidation process.

Can I prep this toast ahead of time?

It's best to prepare this cucumber and avocado toast fresh, as the avocado can brown and the toast can become soggy. If needed, you can prep your avocado mixture and store it with plastic wrap pressed tightly against the surface