# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 loaf rustic sourdough or multigrain bread, sliced (approximately 12 slices)
→ Spreads
02 - 3 ripe avocados
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Proteins
06 - 7 ounces smoked salmon
→ Fresh Toppings
07 - 5 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
08 - 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
09 - 4 radishes, thinly sliced
10 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 2 tablespoons capers, drained
12 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill sprigs
13 - 1 tablespoon chives, finely chopped
14 - 1.7 ounces baby arugula or mixed greens
→ Optional Extras
15 - 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
16 - Flaky sea salt, to taste
17 - Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
18 - Olive oil, for drizzling
19 - Everything bagel seasoning, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Toast bread slices using a toaster or grill pan until golden and crisp. Arrange on a large serving board or platter.
02 - In a mixing bowl, mash avocados with fresh lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper until creamy with a chunky texture. Transfer to a serving bowl.
03 - Fold smoked salmon into ribbons and place them artfully on the board.
04 - Place cherry tomatoes, cucumber, radishes, red onion, capers, dill, chives, and arugula or mixed greens in small bowls or piles around the bread and salmon.
05 - Include hard-boiled eggs, flaky sea salt, crushed red pepper flakes, olive oil, and everything bagel seasoning onto the board for guest customization.
06 - Invite guests to assemble their own toast by spreading mashed avocado onto toasted bread, topping with smoked salmon and preferred garnishes, and finishing with a drizzle of olive oil or seasoning.
