Moroccan Zhug-Spiced Edamame & Avocado Toast with Toasted Sesame Seeds

Vegan

A 500-calorie Breakfast recipe from MunchInIt. Serves 2. Prep 10 min, cook 15 min.

Ingredients

• 4 slices whole-wheat bread
• 1 cup shelled edamame (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 ripe avocado
• 1 tbsp zhug (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook edamame: If frozen, microwave edamame according to package instructions until tender. Drain well.
3. Prepare Zhug-Spiced Edamame Mash: In a medium bowl, combine cooked edamame, zhug, lemon juice, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork or potato masher until desired consistency is reached (chunky or smoother).
4. Toast Bread: Place bread slices on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.
5. Assemble Toasts: Evenly spread the zhug-spiced edamame mash over the toasted bread slices. Thinly slice the avocado and arrange over the edamame mash.
6. Garnish: Sprinkle generously with toasted sesame seeds.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your vibrant breakfast!