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Savory Avocado Toast Bites - A Crunchy Twist on a Classic

These Savory Avocado Toast Bites offer a delightful crunch with every bite while keeping the creamy goodness of traditional avocado toast. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, they're topped with fresh herbs, spices, and a hint of lemon for a refreshing flavor boost.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bites
  • 1 loaf French bread sliced into 1/2 inch thick slices
  • 2 ripe avocados peeled and pitted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
For the Topping
  • 1 small radish thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional for heat

Method
 

Prepare the Bites
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange the sliced French bread on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the slices and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
Prepare the Avocado Mixture
  1. In a bowl, mash the avocados with a fork.
  2. Add the lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  3. Fold in the chopped cilantro and feta cheese (if using).
Assemble and Serve
  1. Once the bread slices are toasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  2. Spread a generous amount of the avocado mixture onto each toasted bread slice.
  3. Top with slices of radish and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes if desired.
  4. Drizzle a little olive oil on top before serving.
  5. Serve immediately and enjoy your crunchy Savory Avocado Toast Bites!

Notes

For added flavor, consider incorporating spices like cumin or smoked paprika into the avocado mixture. You can also swap out the cilantro for parsley or basil if you prefer. If you want a bit more crunch, add some toasted pumpkin seeds on top!