Avocado Egg Tomato Swiss Cheese Baguette Toast
Open-faced baguette toast layered with creamy mashed avocado, fresh tomato slices, aromatic basil, and topped with a fried egg and melted Swiss cheese. This hearty breakfast or brunch dish combines rich textures and fresh flavors for a satisfying meal. The runny egg yolk creates a natural sauce that binds all the ingredients together. Perfect for weekend mornings or when you want something more substantial than regular toast.
Ingredients
- 4 ea eggs, fried to your liking
- 4 ea Swiss cheese slices
- 1 ea demi baguette, halved, then cut in half lengthwisesourdough bread4 slicesvegetarian
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- 2 ea tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ea basil leaves
- ½ ea avocado
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Mash avocado with a fork and add salt and pepper
- 2
Toast or warm bread then spread mashed avocado on each slice of baguette
- 3
Layer the tomato slices and torn basil, season with salt and pepper and set aside
- 4
Heat a skillet to medium-high and add oil
- 5
Once hot, fry eggs to desired consistency
- 6
Place egg on top of each avocado-topped bread half
- 7
Top with a slice of cheese, plate and serve
Tips
Use ripe but firm avocados that mash easily but don't become watery
Cook eggs with slightly runny yolks so they act as a sauce when cut
Warm the baguette slices to prevent them from getting soggy from the toppings
Good to Know
Best eaten immediately while warm, can refrigerate assembled components separately for 1 day
Can prep avocado mash and slice tomatoes up to 2 hours ahead, cover tightly to prevent browning
Serve immediately while eggs are warm and cheese is slightly melted
Common Mistakes
Don't mash avocado too early to avoid browning
Don't overcook eggs to keep yolks creamy
Don't skip toasting bread to prevent sogginess
Substitutions
FAQ
Can I make this ahead of time?
Best assembled just before serving, but you can prep components separately up to 2 hours ahead. Cook eggs fresh for best results.
What if my avocado is too ripe?
Very ripe avocado works fine for mashing, just add lemon juice to prevent browning and use immediately.
Can I use different cheese?
Yes, cheddar, mozzarella, or goat cheese work well. Choose based on your preferred melting properties and flavor intensity.