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Summer Fancy Toast Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 16 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Summer Fancy Toast recipe combines the fresh, creamy flavors of avocado and mozzarella with the sweet brightness of mango and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. Toasted Italian or sourdough bread is lightly charred for a crispy base, topped with a refreshing mix of avocado, mango, shallot, lime juice, and fresh arugula, making it a perfect quick and vibrant meal ideal for warm weather.

Ingredients

Bread and Oil

  • 4 slices Italian or sourdough bread
  • Extra virgin olive oil (for brushing and drizzling)

Toppings

  • 2 small avocados, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced
  • 1 mango, peeled, pitted and chopped
  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
  • 1/2 cup arugula leaves
  • Flaky sea salt, to taste
  • Red pepper flakes, optional, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat and grill bread. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium heat. Lightly brush both sides of the bread slices with extra virgin olive oil to ensure crisping and prevent sticking. Place the bread on the grill and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the bread is lightly charred and crisp.
  2. Prepare avocado-mango mixture. While the bread is grilling, combine the sliced avocado, chopped mango, thinly sliced shallot, and fresh lime juice in a medium bowl. Gently toss the ingredients together to blend the flavors without mashing the avocado.
  3. Assemble the toast. Place the grilled toast slices on serving plates. Layer the fresh mozzarella slices evenly over the toast, followed by spooning the avocado and mango mixture on top.
  4. Add greens and season. Sprinkle the arugula leaves over the avocado mixture, then season with flaky sea salt and optional red pepper flakes to taste. Drizzle additional extra virgin olive oil over the entire toast for an extra burst of flavor.
  5. Serve immediately. Serve the assembled summer fancy toast right away to enjoy the contrast of warm, crispy bread with cool, fresh toppings at their best.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocados and mangoes for the best flavor and texture.
  • If fresh mozzarella is not available, burrata cheese can be a creamy alternative.
  • For a vegan variation, replace mozzarella with a plant-based cheese alternative or omit it altogether.
  • Red pepper flakes add a nice heat but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
  • Grilling the bread adds a smoky flavor but toasting in a regular toaster is an acceptable alternative if a grill is not available.

Find it online: https://ivysrecipes.com/summer-fancy-toast-recipe/