Avocado Black Bean Toast
Mashed avocado holds black beans on crisp toast, with lemon keeping the topping lively. It makes a small lunch when you would rather assemble a plate than cook a pot. Drain the beans well and put the topping on shortly before serving. Toast that starts firm has a better chance of holding its shape under the soft filling.
North American · Preparation time: 10 min · Cook time: 3 min · Total time: 13 min · 2 servings · Easy
Recipe timing and yield are estimates. This recipe has not been kitchen-tested.
Ingredients
- 160 g Wheat bread
- 180 g Cooked black beans
- 140 g Avocado flesh
- 15 ml Lemon juice
- 2 g Fine salt
Allergens listed for these ingredients · Wheat. Check package labels.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Toast the bread until crisp. Mash the avocado with the lemon juice and salt in a bowl.
- Drain the cooked beans well. Lightly crush half of them with a fork so they will stay on the toast.
- Spread the avocado on the warm toast and pile the beans over it. Serve immediately before the bread softens.
Official food storage reference
Equipment
Kitchen scale, measuring jug, knife, cutting board, mixing bowl, sieve or colander, toaster, spatula or spoon.
Storage
Keep assembled portions covered and refrigerated until serving. Follow the labels and handling guidance for the perishable ingredients; a reminder date does not establish a new storage life.
For perishable foods and leftovers, U.S. FDA guidance calls for prompt refrigeration, no more than two hours at room temperature (one hour above 32°C/90°F), and a refrigerator at or below 4°C/40°F. Follow the product label and local guidance. Smell and appearance alone cannot establish safety.
FDA handling and storage conditions
Ingredient substitution
Keep ripe avocado for the spread. Unripe avocado will not mash smoothly, and oil alone cannot supply the thick base that holds the beans on toast.
Editorial guidance, not kitchen-tested. Check product labels and allergens after any change. These notes do not change automatic inventory matching.
Ingredient substitution principles (Colorado State University Extension)Cooking Tips
Read through the method and measure the ingredients before heating the pan. Use the listed equipment and check the recipe-specific handling notes above.
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