Avocado Toast Inspired by Bon Appetit

Author Notes

In the July issue of Bon Appétit magazine, editor Adam Rapoport directed his comments to readers on what he believed was the “Toast of Summer”–garlicy French Bread charred on an outdoor grill and dressed in buttery avocado, red pepper flakes, coarse salt, and just the right touch of olive oil. Avocado Toast may not be a new or exciting dish to many readers of the magazine, but as someone who has only appropriated the main ingredient for dips and guacamoles, I was flabbergasted that it could make such a lovely appetizer or summertime side.

Here’s what makes this simple and easy dish such a gem: when prepared correctly using quality ingredients, the toast tastes like summer. Ripe avocados dressed with a hint of spice and salt make the French bread the perfect open-faced sandwich for a summer barbecue or outdoor lunch. Eat this toast alongside a frosty glass of beer or chilled wine and serve as an impressive appetizer when avocados are seasonal and on hand. —Helana Brigman