Bright Bold Breakfast Toasts (Printable)

Sourdough toasts feature ube, avocado, radish, pomegranate, and microgreens for a playful morning burst.

# What You'll Need:

→ Bread

01 - 4 slices sourdough or multigrain bread

→ Ube Layer

02 - 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
03 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

→ Avocado Layer

04 - 1 ripe avocado
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - Pinch salt
07 - Pinch black pepper

→ Garnishes and Extras

08 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
09 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
10 - 2 tablespoons microgreens or fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley
11 - 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
12 - Drizzle extra virgin olive oil

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Lightly toast the bread slices using a toaster or grill pan until golden brown and crisp.
02 - In a mixing bowl, fully combine ube halaya and softened cream cheese until a smooth spread forms.
03 - In a separate bowl, mash ripe avocado with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until creamy.
04 - Generously spread the ube mixture on two toasted slices and the avocado mash on the other two.
05 - Distribute sliced radishes, pomegranate seeds, and microgreens or herbs evenly over each toast.
06 - Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the topped toasts and add a light drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines unique flavors and bright colors for an energizing morning meal
  • Simple to prepare with easy layering and fresh ingredients
02 -
  • Ube halaya is a sweet purple yam jam found at Asian groceries; substitute with mashed sweet potato for similar color and taste
  • Use gluten-free bread and dairy-free cream cheese for dietary needs; always check product labels for allergens
03 -
  • Add a poached or soft-boiled egg for extra protein
  • Swap pomegranate seeds with diced tomatoes or mango for seasonal variety
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