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Mini California Avocado Toast

Mini California Avocado Toast: Trio of Delicious Flavors

Mini California Avocado Toast features creamy avocados on crispy baguette slices with unique toppings like crab, bacon, and lime brûlée, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crab Toast
  • 4 whole Fresh California Avocados Firm but ripe for best flavor and texture
  • 1 loaf Baguette Any crusty bread can be substituted
  • 8 oz Claw Crabmeat Substitute with chicken or tofu if desired
  • 2 Tbsp Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can be used as a lighter replacement
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Pepper Can be omitted
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh lime can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Micro Greens Replace with fresh herbs if unavailable
For the BLT Toast
  • 8 slices Thick Cut Bacon Omit for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Small Grape Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes work well as a substitute
  • 1 cup Iceberg or Romaine Lettuce Any lettuce type can be used
For the Lime Brûlée Toast
  • 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar is a healthier substitute
  • 1 cup Candied Almonds Swap for any chopped nut or seed
  • 1 Tbsp Lime Zest Orange zest can provide a unique twist

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • Kitchen Torch

Method
 

Toasting Baguette
  1. Slice a baguette into 16 even pieces, about 1-inch thick. Drizzle with olive oil and toast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
Crab Toast Assembly
  1. Mash 2 ripe California avocados with fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Fold in claw crabmeat and mayonnaise, spread on toasted baguette, and garnish with micro greens.
BLT Toast Assembly
  1. Mash another avocado, season with salt and pepper, layer on toasted baguette, top with chopped bacon, halved grape tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
Lime Brûlée Toast Assembly
  1. Mash the last avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt. Spread on baguette, sprinkle with brown sugar, and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden.
  2. Finish with candied almonds and lime zest for presentation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to choose firm, ripe avocados for optimal creaminess. Store leftover avocado mixtures in airtight containers for up to 1 day. Avoid sogginess by not spreading on baguette until serving.

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