If you’re craving a healthy, flavorful breakfast that feels indulgent but is entirely plant-based, this Vegan Avocado Toast with Poached Egg is your new go-to. With creamy avocado smashed over crispy whole-grain bread and topped with a perfectly runny vegan “egg,” this dish delivers texture, taste, and nutrition in every bite. Whether you’re fully vegan or just exploring meatless mornings, this recipe will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This breakfast is:
- Quick and easy to make in under 15 minutes.
- Rich in healthy fats, fiber, and plant-based protein.
- Fully customizable with your favorite toppings and spices.
Ingredients
For the vegan poached egg:
- ½ cup silken tofu
- ¼ tsp black salt (kala namak, for eggy flavor)
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ¼ tsp turmeric (optional, for color)
For the toast:
- 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Microgreens or sprouts (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Vegan Poached Egg
In a blender or food processor, combine silken tofu, black salt, nutritional yeast, olive oil, cornstarch, and turmeric. Blend until completely smooth. Pour the mixture into a small saucepan and gently heat over low-medium, stirring constantly until it thickens to a runny egg-white consistency (about 3–5 minutes). Set aside.
Step 2: Toast the Bread
While the egg mixture is cooling, toast your bread slices until golden and crispy.
Step 3: Prepare the Avocado
In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth but slightly chunky. Spread it generously over the toasted bread.
Step 4: Assemble
Spoon the warm tofu mixture over the avocado toast like a poached egg. If you’d like a yolk effect, you can mix a little turmeric and vegan mayo and dollop it on top.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve
Top with red pepper flakes and microgreens if desired. Serve immediately while warm.
This Vegan Avocado Toast with Poached Egg is perfect for those looking to level up their plant-based breakfast game. It’s savory, satisfying, and ideal for both busy mornings and weekend brunches. Pair with a cup of coffee or a green smoothie, and you’ve got a complete, nourishing meal.