- This high-protein avocado toast breakfast is quick and easy to prepare.
- It features Halloumi cheese and lean Australian-style bacon.
- Easy to customize: Top with egg or with blueberry-balsamic jelly as an appetizer.
Margot Robbie may be well-known for her role in Greta Gerwig’s Barbie film, but it was during an interview with writer Abby Aguirre for Vogue that food lovers took notice of the breakfast dish the actress was digging into. This was at the Great White restaurant in Venice Beach, which features Australian-style food. So what does the Queensland-raised star order when she goes out for breakfast? “… avocado toast, grilled Halloumi cheese and Australian-style bacon—’crisp it up,’ she tells the waiter.” Here’s how to recreate this high-protein meal at home.
All three elements in this breakfast spread sound amazing, but we immediately noticed it’s simple to make—which makes us love it even more!
First, avocado toast is completely customizable, so whether you prefer it simply seasoned or topped off with an egg, it can be a light yet satisfying breakfast main for any day of the week.
Grilled Halloumi cheese is as simple as it gets: Add your favorite Halloumi to a hot pan and grill until browned on both sides. Since Halloumi is especially firm, it won’t melt all over the pan, making the grilled cheese a perfect protein-packed side for breakfast or brunch. You can also dress it up with blueberry-balsamic jelly for a sophisticated appetizer.
You may be wondering, what is Australian-style bacon? It’s actually dependent on the cut of the pork. Australian bacon is made from center-cut pork loin and is notably a less fatty cut of meat, so it may be worth a try if you like leaner bacon. Robbie wanting it extra crispy has us thinking about our Air-Fryer Bacon, which is our favorite easy way to make crunchy bacon in the morning.
From the cheese to the bacon, Robbie’s meal is a high-protein option that’s easy to prepare. It’s also realistic, filling and doesn’t back away from flavor, and we’re all for it.
If you’re interested in more high-protein breakfast ideas, ones that you can even make ahead of time, we have a lot of great recipes to consider, such as a High-Protein Breakfast Casserole to Chocolate-Strawberry Baked Oats.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What’s the best way to choose a ripe avocado?
Inspect the peel to be sure it’s on the thinner side, and that the color is dark green or dark black-green. The skin should be smooth or slightly bumpy, with no cracks. If you plan to use it immediately, the skin should yield slightly when pressed near the stem, but it shouldn’t be mushy.
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What if my avocado is not ripe enough?
If you plan to make avocado toast several times throughout the week, it’s wise to select avocados at different stages of ripeness. However, if your avocados aren’t ripe enough when you’re ready to use them, you can place them in a paper bag with an apple or kiwi to speed up the ripening process. As a last resort, you can soften the avocado in the oven or microwave, but this method alters the flavor.
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What should I serve with avocado toast?
