How to Make High-Protein Avocado Toast (Best Recipe!)
A quick fix to help you reach your goals for the morning!
Avocado toast—but make it balanced, bold, and loaded with protein. This upgraded recipe brings cottage cheese into the mix for a creamy, tangy base, layered with zesty salad and perfectly ripe avocado. Whether you love it spicy, herby, mashed, or sliced—this version’s got something for everyone.
A Tale of Two Avocado Toasts 🥑🔥
We usually agree on food (a little too well), but avocado toast is the one dish that always sparks debate in our kitchen.
Sidney likes hers piled high with microgreens, chili flakes, and enough hot sauce to make your eyes water. Thomas? He’s more of a “guacamole on bread” guy—creamy, citrusy, and unapologetically mashed.
Let’s just say… we both have feelings about avocado toast.
But this version? It’s the rare middle ground. With a layer of protein-rich cottage cheese, a zesty spring salad, and creamy sliced avocado on top of toasted sourdough, it’s fresh, balanced, and bold. We both love it—and that says a lot.
Jump to RecipeWhy You’ll Love This High Protein Avocado Toast
Avocado toast is already a fan-favorite, but we’re taking it to the next level by adding cottage cheese for protein and a lightly dressed spring mix salad for texture and flavor. It’s not only a visually beautiful meal (hello Instagram-worthy breakfast), but it’s also:
- ✅ High in protein (thanks, cottage cheese!)
- ✅ Packed with fiber and healthy fats
- ✅ Vegetarian and meal-prep friendly
- ✅ Ready in under 10 minutes
This recipe makes eating healthy feel like a treat, not a chore.
Ingredients (Per Toast)
Here’s everything you need to make one toast. The dressing below is enough for 2 servings (2 toasts).
For the Toast:
- 1 slice of sourdough bread, toasted
- 2 to 3 tablespoons cottage cheese
- ½ avocado, sliced
- Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
For the Salad:
- A small handful of spring mix
- A few spinach leaves
- A couple of thin slices of red onion
For the Dressing (serves 2 toasts):
- Juice of ½ a lemon
- ¼ tsp olive oil
- ½ tsp honey mustard
- 1 tsp powdered sugar
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of cumin
How To Make High Protein Avocado Toast
🥣 Step 1: Make the dressing
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey mustard, powdered sugar, salt, and cumin. Taste and adjust if needed—more mustard for tang, more sugar for balance.
🥗 Step 2: Toss the salad
Add the spring mix, spinach, and red onion to a medium bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the greens and toss gently until everything is lightly coated. Don’t overdress—you want the greens fresh and vibrant, not soggy.
🍞 Step 3: Assemble the toast
Spread cottage cheese over your slice of toasted sourdough. Top with the dressed salad. Then gently layer avocado slices over the greens.
🧂 Step 4: Season and serve
Finish with a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper. Optionally, drizzle with a bit of extra olive oil or chili flakes if you like a kick.
Why Cottage Cheese Deserves More Love
Cottage cheese isn’t just a diet food from the ’90s anymore—it’s having a total glow-up! And honestly, we’re here for it.
Here’s why we love using it in avocado toast:
- High Protein, Low Effort: You don’t need to cook, prep, or blend it. Just spoon it on and go. A half cup packs around 14g of protein.
- Creamy but Tangy: It gives you that rich, spreadable feel like cream cheese but with a fresh zing.
- Incredibly Versatile: Sweet, savory, spicy—it goes with everything.
- Gut-friendly: Full-fat versions often contain probiotics that support digestion.
- Budget-friendly: Compared to fancy cheeses or spreads, it’s affordable and lasts a while in the fridge.
Still skeptical? Try it just once on your avo toast. We dare you not to love it.
Optional Toppings to Mix It Up
Want to dress it up even more? Try these ideas:
- 🌶 Chili oil or red pepper flakes for a bit of heat
- 🥚 Soft-boiled or poached egg for even more protein
- 🍅 Cherry tomatoes or sun-dried tomatoes
- 🌻 Toasted seeds like sunflower, flax, or sesame
- 🧄 Roasted garlic for deep savory flavor
- 🥓 Crispy tempeh or bacon crumbles for crunch
- 🌿 Microgreens (for the Sidney-approved version)
Each version brings something new, but the base recipe is always a hit.
How to Store and Meal Prep
If you’re planning ahead:
- 🥗 Dressing: Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- 🥑 Avocado: Keep sliced avocado from browning by brushing with lemon juice and storing in an airtight container.
- 🍞 Toast: Best fresh, but you can toast and cool bread in advance, then warm it up in a pan or toaster oven.
Nutrition Highlights
This isn’t your basic avo toast—it’s an energy-boosting, muscle-repairing breakfast that’ll keep you full and fueled. Here’s why:
- Cottage cheese brings protein (about 12–14g per ½ cup), calcium, and B vitamins.
- Avocados add fiber, potassium, and healthy monounsaturated fats.
- Spring mix & spinach deliver antioxidants and greens without much prep.
- Sourdough offers a gut-friendly, fermented base with a tangy bite.
It’s the kind of meal that feels indulgent, but you know you’re doing something good for your body with every bite.
TastyCue Tips
💡 Want to make it vegan? Sub the cottage cheese with vegan ricotta or a whipped tofu spread.
💡 No sourdough? Whole grain, rye, or multigrain toast all work beautifully here.
💡 Make it a meal: Add a soft-boiled egg or serve with a smoothie on the side for a powerhouse brunch.
💡 Meal prep: Make the dressing in advance and store for up to 5 days in the fridge. Toast + top in the morning = 5-minute gourmet breakfast!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use another cheese instead of cottage cheese?
Absolutely. Ricotta, cream cheese, or even labneh would be delicious. But if you’re looking for the highest protein content, stick with cottage cheese.
Is this recipe good for weight loss?
Yes! It’s high in protein and fiber, which help with satiety. Plus, the healthy fats from avocado make it more satisfying without being overly calorie-dense. Always discuss with your nutritionist as foods alone wont aid in weight loss if you’re eating a surplus of calories etc.
Can I pack this for lunch?
Definitely, but it’s best eaten within a couple of hours. For portability, store the salad and avocado separately and assemble when ready to eat.
Is this gluten-free?
It can be! Just swap in your favorite gluten-free bread.
The Final Word
This high protein avocado toast is a blend of flavors, textures, and love—and yes, compromise. It’s one of those rare recipes that feels indulgent but secretly checks all the boxes for energy, nutrition, and simplicity.
Whether you’re team Sidney, team Thomas, or somewhere in between, we think this version will hit the spot.
Let us know if you try it by tagging us @TastyCue on Instagram or sharing it on Pinterest!
Much love,
Sidney and Thomas
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How to Make High-Protein Avocado Toast (Best Recipe!)
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Taste and adjust if needed—more mustard for tang, more sugar for balance.1 tsp lemon juice, ¼ tsp olive oil, ½ tsp honey mustard, 1 tsp powdered sugar, pinch salt, pinch cumin
- Add the salad ingredients to a medium bowl. Drizzle the dressing over the greens and toss gently until everything is lightly coated. Don’t overdress—you want the greens fresh and vibrant, not soggy.a small handful of spring mix, a few spinach leaves, a couple of thin slices of red onion
- Spread cottage cheese over your slice of toasted sourdough. Top with the dressed salad. Then gently layer avocado slices over the greens.1 slice sourdough bread, 2-3 Tbsp cottage cheese, ½ avocado
- Finish with a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground pepper. Optionally, drizzle with a bit of extra olive oil or chili flakes if you like a kick.salt and pepper
Nutrition
Notes
- The nutrition information provided here is intended as a rough guide, only. We are not licensed nutritionists.
Obsessed with avo toast! Can’t wait to make this!
I never tire of avocado toast and this recipe kicks it up a notch! Thanks for sharing!