Here’s How Celebrities Like Ina Garten, Gordon Ramsay and More Make Their Avocado Toast

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Here’s How Celebrities Like Ina Garten, Gordon Ramsay and More Make Their Avocado Toast

Avocado toast has become a staple in many breakfast and brunch routines. Celebrities like Ina Garten, Gordon Ramsay, and more share their own unique twists on this simple yet delicious dish. From adding exotic spices to incorporating fresh herbs, each of these chefs and food experts puts their own spin on the classic recipe.

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Gordon Ramsay

Gordon Ramsay’s take on avocado toast is light, healthy, and quick – perfect for when hunger strikes. The most critical part of his version is a spice blend of black sesame seeds, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon zest. Ramsay uses a heavy touch on the red pepper flakes, but the best part about a build-your-own seasoning blend is customizing it to suit your taste. Add more sesame seeds if you love the umami and crunch, or double the lemon zest if you prefer something citrusy.

To bring all his ingredients together, Ramsay starts by toasting his sourdough bread in olive oil in a grill pan. Then he thinly slices his avocado and uses about one-quarter of an avocado for each slice of toast, fanning the slices out and pressing them lightly into the bread. He finishes his array of toasts with a spritz of lemon juice and a sprinkle of his seasoning blend and then dishes it up for all to enjoy.

Ree Drummond

If you’re looking for an avocado toast that’s pretty enough for a postcard, look no further than Ree Drummond’s caprese-inspired toasts. All you’ll need is cherry tomatoes, mozzarella salad, jarred pesto, red pepper flakes, lemon, balsamic glaze, avocado, and your favorite bread. Like Ramsay, Drummond toasts her bread in a skillet with a mouthwatering touch of butter and then piles on the toppings.

The base layer is smashed avocado, which she seasons with lemon juice and zest, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Then comes the caprese element – a simple combination of halved cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, pesto, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper – which gets piled right on top of the avocado. The Pioneer Woman polishes everything off with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and, optionally, a few edible flowers. You’ll definitely need a fork and knife to take on this toast, but it’s certain to make a stunning Instagram post.

Nigella Lawson

In classic Nigella Lawson style, these aren’t just basic avocado toasts – they’re Breakfast Bruschetta. These stylish little toasties would make a great addition to a potluck brunch or a fun light lunch to enjoy with friends or family. Simply slice up and toast sourdough bread and then top it with a mixture of avocado, lime juice, flaky sea salt, and black pepper. Mash the avocado in a separate bowl to combine it with all those flavors and then distribute the avocado among your toasts and sprinkle each one with parsley.

For a pairing you won’t soon forget, Lawson serves her avocado toasts with toasts topped with a light tomato bruschetta. You can pull together those treats by drizzling your toasts with olive oil and topping them with chopped tomato, salt, and pepper. Put them on a platter with the avocado toasts and serve it all with Lemonade Mimosas for a flavor-packed brunch.

Ina Garten

Ina Garten’s simple avocado toast method begins just as ours does – with a sturdy slice of whole-grain bread. As her bread toasts, Garten simmers one egg for each toast she’s making in a medium saucepan for 6 ½ minutes. If you follow her recipe, just be sure to lower the eggs into the water carefully, so as not to break the shells. While the eggs and toast cook, combine avocado, lemon juice, Sriracha, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, using a fork to mash the avocado and stir in the seasoning.

When the eggs are done, run them under cool water to stop the cooking process, then peel and slice each one in half. With the eggs and toast ready, spread the avocado across each piece of toast and top it with the egg, which should have a perfectly soft-boiled yolk. Sprinkle on a touch more salt and pepper, and you’re all set.

Giada De Laurentiis

Inspired by the avocado rose trend that hit social media in 2020, Giada De Laurentiis shared her twist on avocado toast that caprese fans will love. She starts by making an avocado rose, a pretty way of serving avocado that looks intimidating but is actually relatively simple to replicate. First, slice your avocado in half, peel it, and remove the pit. Then, use a sharp knife to thinly slice the avocado crosswise. Leave all the slices in place on your cutting board and use your hands to gently rotate the slices so they form a kind of rope shape. You’ll notice that the avocado slices start to look like a barber pole, as the slice marks appear as diagonal slashes on a straight line of avocado. When your avocado is straightened, start at one end and begin coiling the avocado line. The slices will start to separate as you coil, resulting in a pretty rose shape.

Transfer the avocado rose to your slice of toast, and then drizzle it with a bit of olive oil. To the center of your avocado rose, add a quartered cherry tomato, and to the center of your cherry tomato, add a small piece of torn fresh mozzarella. The result is a mini floral masterpiece on bread, making it a perfect option for a brunch presentation that will impress all your pals.

Joanna Gaines

If you head down to Waco, Texas, the city Chip and Joanna Gaines call home, you might just have to swing by Magnolia Table, the pair’s restaurant. According to the Magnolia Table menu, these toasts start with a thick slice of toasted sourdough bread, which gets topped with a green goddess spread, avocado slices, arugula, and cherry tomatoes, plus "housemade lemon salt," pepper flakes, and a touch of olive oil. (You can also add a poached egg, if you like.)

To copy these toasts at home, you’ll want to start with the green goddess layer. While you could snag a bottle of green goddess dressing or dip at the store, we’re especially fond of our own Green Goddess Dressing recipe. It’s rich and creamy, thanks to the avocado, buttermilk, and yogurt that make the base of the dressing, and fresh herbs, lemon, and garlic give it a big punch of flavor. You can keep whatever dressing you don’t use for toasts in the fridge and then deploy it on a fun salad or use it as a dip for crudités.

Once your green goddess layer is ready, most of the other ingredients are straightforward – pile on the avocado, arugula, and cherry tomatoes, followed by the red pepper flakes and olive oil. If you want to go all out and replicate the lemon salt, try combining the zest of a lemon with flaky sea salt in a small bowl. Use your fingers to pinch the zest and salt together, which should break up the larger salt flakes and release some of the natural oils in the lemon zest. Then sprinkle some of that delish combination atop your toasts, and you’re ready for brunch.

Conclusion

Avocado toast is a versatile dish that can be dressed up or down, making it a perfect addition to any meal. From celebrities to everyday cooks, everyone has their own take on this simple yet delicious dish. With these tips and recipes from the likes of Gordon Ramsay, Ina Garten, and more, you’re sure to find the perfect avocado toast for your next brunch or breakfast.

FAQs

Q: What is the key to a good avocado toast?
A: The key to a good avocado toast is a simple one – start with a sturdy slice of whole-grain bread and build your toppings from there.

Q: How do I get my avocado to mash up smooth and creamy?
A: Use a fork to mash your avocado in a bowl and add a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of salt. This will help break down the fibers and make the avocado smooth and creamy.

Q: What’s the best way to toast bread for avocado toast?
A: Toasting bread for avocado toast is a must – it adds texture and depth to the dish. Try toasting your bread in a skillet with a bit of olive oil and butter for a crispy and delicious crouton.

Q: Can I customize my avocado toast with different toppings?
A: Absolutely – avocado toast is all about experimentation and customization. Try adding different spices, herbs, and toppings to find the perfect combination for your taste buds.