Mediterranean Avocado Toast

Ingredients:

• 2 slices of hearty whole-grain or sourdough bread
• 1 ripe avocado, mashed
• 6-8 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Garlic or Basil Olive Oil works great too!)
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar (Try Traditional, Fig, or Denissimo for depth!)
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• ¼ teaspoon black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or basil
• ½ teaspoon toasted sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning (optional)

Instructions:

• Toast the bread to your desired level of crispiness.
• Mash the avocado in a bowl with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Spread evenly over the toasted bread.
• Top with cherry tomatoes, arranging them neatly over the avocado.
• Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic, letting the flavors soak into the toast.
• Sprinkle with feta cheese, fresh herbs, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds (if using).
• Serve immediately and enjoy this Mediterranean-inspired bite of deliciousness!