Energizing Australian Avocado Smash Bowl

Allergens

Tree nuts (walnuts)

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados 1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cucumber, diced 1/4 red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves 1 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon extra
• virgin olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste 1/4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped 1/2 cup quinoa, cooked 4 slices of whole grain bread, toasted

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until slightly chunky.
2. Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, basil leaves, and parsley leaves. Gently stir to combine.
3. Pour in lemon juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well.
4. To assemble, place a generous portion of the avocado mixture on each slice of toast. Top with a sprinkle of walnuts and cooked quinoa.

Chef’s Insight

Use ripe, but firm avocados to ensure the perfect consistency for mashing.

Notes

Feel free to adjust seasonings according to personal preference.