Avocado Toast with Pumpkin Seeds

Crisp toast topped with creamy avocado, crunchy pumpkin seeds, and a hint of lemon — this quick, nourishing breakfast brings balance and brightness to your morning. It’s a reminder that mindfulness can live in the simplest of routines.

🛒 Ingredients (2 servings)

For the toast

• 2 slices whole-grain or sourdough bread

• 1 ripe avocado

• 1 tsp lemon or lime juice

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Toppings

• 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds (toasted if preferred)

• Pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika (optional)

• Fresh herbs — parsley, coriander, or microgreens

⏱️ Time

• Prep: 5 minutes

• Cook: 2 minutes (for toasting bread)

🍳 Method

1. Toast the bread

   • Lightly toast your bread slices until golden and crisp.

2. Prepare the avocado

   • Scoop the avocado into a bowl.

   • Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then mash gently with a fork, keeping some texture.

3. Assemble

   • Spread the mashed avocado evenly over each toast.

   • Sprinkle pumpkin seeds, herbs, and chili flakes or paprika if desired.

4. Serve immediately

   • Enjoy warm, with a slow sip of tea or coffee beside you.

🌱 Mindful Moment

As you mash the avocado, notice its color shifting — soft green becoming vibrant under your fork. Let the rhythm of spreading, sprinkling, and breathing slow your pace. A few calm moments in the morning can shape the tone of your whole day.

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