Avocado toast is taking over Instagram and if your favorite brunch spot hasn’t added its own variation yet, consider the joint outdated.

But as delicious, filling, and easy to put together as avocado toast is, it can be high in calories and fat. Avocado is full of healthy monounsaturated fats. However, for those among us who struggle with excess weight or even those last five to ten pounds, avocado toast could use some slimming down.

This pea mash toast recipe is a lower-fat alternative to avocado toast that keeps the flavor standards high, and the satisfaction even higher.

The most delicious avocado toast recipes I’ve had don’t skimp on the avocado. One bread slice is topped with one-half of an avocado, and then I have two servings, for good measure. Afterwards, I always feel that I’ve taken in too much fat in one sitting, even though I technically didn’t consume that much volume. But, did you know that one avocado packs in 322 calories and 29 grams of fat, 4.3 grams of which are saturated? If you’re less sensitive to high-fat foods, then by all means, continue along your usual way.

The most unfortunate thing you could do to make your avocado toast less fatty is skimp on the topping. You see, you don’t have to eat less to have had less. The trick is in replacing the bulk normally offered by avocado with something else that gives the same level of satiation, but without all the calories fat. That’s where peas come into play.

One cup of peas has 118 calories, 7 grams of fiber, 22% of the RDA of vitamin A, 96% of vitamin C, 11% of both iron and magnesium, 10% of vitamin B, and not even one gram of fat. In this recipe we divide two cups of peas among six servings. You do the math.

Paired with lemon, spices, and olive oil, this pea mash recipe is light, aromatic, and flavorful. Spread it atop a wholegrain or gluten-free bread and have more than one slice. Enjoy!

Pea Mash Toast Recipe

Serves 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups shelled fresh or frozen (and thawed) peas
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• Grated peel of one lemon
• Juice of one lemon
• ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 12 slices of your favorite thick bread, toasted or not
• Salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, lemon rind, and olive oil for garnish

Directions

In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add one tablespoon of the olive oil and garlic. Cook and stir for 30 seconds before adding the peas, salt, and pepper. Cook until peas have turned tender – about five minutes – while stirring occasionally. Transfer the pea mixture to a food processor or blender.

Pulse the mixture until coarse. Transfer it to a bowl and add in the lemon rind, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, and remaining one tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper if needed. Fold the ingredients together until well combined.

Spread the pea bash atop the bread slices and season with extra salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and lemon rind. Drizzle each slice with olive oil and serve.

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Avocados are my favorite fat source. These little guys may look like grenades on the outside, but their green meat is to die for. Since avocados popularity will only increase as more people become aware of their tasty awesomeness, we’ve rounded up the following recipes to help you keep your avocado toast dishes diverse.

1. For a hearty lunch: Quinoa, Chickpeas, and Avocado on toast, from The Chalkboard

We all know that avocados pair well with turkey, but that news does nothing for our vegetarian readers. Veggie heads can get a midday protein kick by piling quinoa and chickpeas (along with avocado) on some toasted bread. This combo is scrumptious and provides a ton of minerals, too.

2. For a unique dinner party dish: The Vegan Delight, from Oh She Glows

While this concoction’s creator doesn’t suggest serving The Vegan Delight as a party snack, I think it’s worthy for that lofty designation. This avocado toast recipe calls for hummus, avocado, slow-roasted tomatoes, hemp hearts, pepper, and sea salt. Cut the toast slices in half and serve as a unique appetizer.

3. For a lazy, weekend brunch: Eggs and Sriracha Avocado Toast, from Organic Authority

The best homemade brunches are the easy-to-make homemade brunches. That’s why we love OA’s simple Sriracha and Eggs avocado toast recipe. Follow these simple directions for a great brunch. (And don’t forget to make some mimosas.):

“Assemble 2 eggs, sriracha, sea salt and pepper. Place a non-stick frying pan over medium-low heat. Crack the eggs into a pan over medium-high heat, season with salt and pepper and cover. Cook until the whites are cooked through and yolk is still runny. Place the eggs on top of each slice of toast. Drizzle each egg with Sriracha to taste. Season with salt and pepper and serve.”

Do you have any favorite avocado toast recipes? If so, share in the comment section. We love taste-testing recipes…

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