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Amaranto and Avocado Toast Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 slices of whole wheat bread
- 1 ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup of cooked amaranth
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 clove of garlic, minced

Special equipment needed:
- Toaster

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Toast the bread slices in a toaster until golden brown.

2. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until it reaches a smooth consistency.

3. Add the salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic to the mashed avocado. Mix well.

4. Spread the avocado mixture evenly on the toasted bread slices.

5. Sprinkle the cooked amaranth on top of the avocado mixture.

6. Serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
- Toast the bread slices in a toaster until golden brown.
Serving size:
- This recipe makes 2 servings.

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 240
- Total fat: 15g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 590mg
- Total carbohydrate: 24g
- Dietary fiber: 8g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat bread can be substituted with any other type of bread.
- Cooked amaranth can be substituted with cooked quinoa or cooked brown rice.

Variations:
- Add sliced tomatoes or cucumbers on top of the avocado mixture.
- Sprinkle some crumbled feta cheese on top of the amaranth.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the avocado is ripe and soft enough to be mashed easily.
- Use a fork to mash the avocado instead of a blender or food processor to avoid over-mixing it.

Storage instructions:
- This recipe is best served immediately, but any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- This recipe is best served fresh and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the toast on a plate with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.

Garnishes:
- Garnish the toast with a sprinkle of chopped fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley.

Pairings:
- This toast pairs well with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve this toast with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the avocado mixture is too thick, add a splash of water or more lemon juice to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and any utensils used in the preparation of this recipe to avoid cross-contamination.

Food history:
- Amaranth is an ancient grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years in Central and South America.

Flavor profiles:
- This toast has a creamy and slightly spicy flavor from the avocado mixture, with a nutty and slightly earthy flavor from the amaranth.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve this toast for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack.

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