Avocados make a popular breakfast choice, but many people find them bland – here's the simple trick that transforms avocado toast into a flavourful meal14:38, 02 Jul 2026Avocado on toast makes for a fantastic breakfast choice when you're after something nutritious yet satisfying to kick off your morning, but without the right preparation it can end up tasting rather uninspiring. Plenty of people adore avocados for their velvety texture, which spreads effortlessly onto toast, yet the fruit itself has a fairly subtle flavour that can become tedious fairly quickly.Now, Sara Wells, a cookbook author and co-founder of Our Best Bites, has shared that avocados can be far more delicious and even develop a buttery quality when paired with the correct type of salt, which draws out their natural taste. Sara said: "I would avoid table salt. Use kosher salt or a flaky sea salt would work well. The larger salt crystals are a nice contrast to the creamy avocado."It may seem straightforward, but avocados carry a slightly bitter edge that conceals the delicate nutty and creamy notes already hidden within the fruit.Salt amplifies the flavours detected by your taste buds, meaning a well-seasoned avocado will deliver a more pronounced taste while balancing the richness of the fruit and reducing that bitter quality.A mere pinch of salt can transform an avocado into something truly delicious, though it's crucial to steer clear of table salt, as its fine crystals dissolve almost instantly, making it all too easy to overseason the fruit, reports the Express.Kosher salt or sea salt are far superior options, being less intense and resting on the surface of the avocado, giving you greater control over the seasoning while adding a pleasing crunch with every bite. Many people squeeze lemon juice over avocados, as the acidity enhances the fruit's natural flavours.A drizzle of olive oil on top can also complement the texture beautifully.How to make better avocados on toastYou will need (for one person)Half an avocadoOne lemonKosher or sea saltBlack pepperExtra virgin olive oilHandful of fresh chives (optional)One medium tomato (optional)MethodStart by cutting an avocado in half, removing the stone, and carefully scooping out the flesh with a spoon, keeping it as whole as possible.Transfer the avocado into a bowl and cut it into even slices, then drizzle with olive oil and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.Season generously with salt and a touch of black pepper to boost the flavour. Either mash the avocado for a smoother consistency, or leave the slices whole if you prefer.Article continues belowToast your bread, arrange the avocado on top and serve up as a straightforward yet delicious breakfast option.Feel free to add extra toppings such as poached eggs, bacon or salmon. If you're using tomato or chives, finely dice the tomato after discarding the seeds, and snip the chives into small pieces before scattering them generously over the top.