Salmon & Smashed Avocado Toasts
Elevate your morning with this vibrant, heart-healthy toast. Combining creamy avocado, savory low-sodium salmon, and crisp, fresh toppings, this satisfying meal comes together in just 15 minutes. It’s a perfect balance of rich flavors and wholesome ingredients to start your day beautifully.
Servings 5
Calories 300kcal
Ingredients
- 5 slices low-sodium whole-grain bread (such as sprouted grain bread)
- About 10 oz 280 g low-sodium smoked salmon, flaked or sliced
- 2 to 3 ripe avocados
- 1 large Persian cucumber very thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon minced shallot
- 1 ½ tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon high-quality extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Fresh Components: First, thinly slice the cucumber and set it aside. Finely mince the shallot. In a small dish, combine the chopped dill and chives.
- Make the Avocado Base: In a medium bowl, scoop the flesh from the avocados. Add the fresh lime juice, minced shallot, sea salt, and black pepper. Use a fork to gently mash the ingredients together until you reach your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Toast the Bread: Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet. Place the sheet under a broiler set to high for 60 to 90 seconds per side, until the bread is golden-brown and crisp. Let the toasts cool for about 2 minutes to retain their crunch.
- Assemble the Toasts: Generously spread the smashed avocado mixture over each slice of toast, covering it to the edges. Drape the slices of smoked salmon over the avocado, then artfully arrange the thin cucumber slices on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Lightly drizzle each toast with extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with the fresh dill and chive mixture and the toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for a final, fresh squeeze of flavor.
Notes
DASH Diet Adherence: This recipe is designed to be low in sodium. Success depends on using bread with less than 100mg of sodium per slice and certified low-sodium smoked salmon (typically 150-200mg per 2-ounce serving).
Ingredient Substitutions: Lemon juice can be used in place of lime juice. Watercress or arugula are excellent substitutes for pea shoots if you prefer a more peppery bite.
Advance Preparation: The fresh toppings (cucumber, herbs) can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. The avocado mash is best made fresh, but if necessary, you can press plastic wrap directly onto its surface to minimize browning for an hour or two. Always assemble the toasts just before serving to prevent the bread from becoming soft.
Storage: These toasts are best enjoyed immediately after they are made. Leftover components can be stored separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to one day.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.)
Serving Size: 1 prepared toast- Calories: 300
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
- Sodium: 338 mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 22 g
- Dietary Fiber: 7 g
- Total Sugars: 1 g
- Includes Added Sugars: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Vitamin D: 5 mcg
- Calcium: 45 mg
- Iron: 1.5 mg
- Potassium: 580 mg
- Vitamin C: 7 mg