Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of sourdough or whole-grain bread
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 candy eyes (or sliced olives)
- 1 red bell pepper (for mouths and tongues)
- 1 slice of white cheddar or provolone cheese (for teeth)
- 6–8 black olives (for hair or “bolts”)
- Small handful of microgreens or sprouts (optional for “hair”)
Instructions
- Step 1: Toast the Bread Place your bread slices in a toaster or under a broiler until they are golden brown and sturdy enough to hold the toppings. Sourdough works particularly well because its irregular shape adds character to the monsters.
- Step 2: Prepare the Avocado Mash In a small bowl, scoop out the flesh of the ripe avocado. Add the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork until you reach your desired consistency—keep it a bit chunky for texture or make it smooth for a cleaner “face” look.
- Step 3: Spread the Base Generously spread the green avocado mash over each slice of toast. Make sure to cover the entire surface, going all the way to the edges to ensure your monster has a full green face.
- Step 4: Create the Monster Features Now comes the fun part! Place the candy eyes or olive slices near the top for eyes. Slice the red bell pepper into thin strips for mouths or “scars.” Cut small triangles out of the cheese slice to create jagged teeth and press them into the avocado. Use sliced olives or sprouts at the top to create wild, messy hair.
- Step 5: Final Touches Add “bolts” to the side of the toast using olive halves if you are making a Frankenstein monster, or add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for an extra kick and a “bloody” aesthetic. Serve immediately!
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan Option