Avocado toast with acai

Avocado toast has become a true culinary trend in recent years. This recipe hasmade its way into the heart of brunch culture and healthy eating. At Nossa! we decided to reinvent this recipe with a touch of acai.

Not only does it give a pretty purple color, but this superfood adds a tangy, fruity note, while enriching your meals with nutrients. In this article, find out everything you need to know to prepare this avocado toast with acai.

Avocado toast, a culinary trend

Avocado toast has become a worldwide phenomenon, featured on social media and in trendy restaurants. But what makes it so popular?

Firstly, avocado toast is both simple and versatile. With easy-to-find ingredients and endless variations, it's adaptable to every taste and dietary preference.

Secondly, the visual appeal of avocado toast can't be overlooked. Its vibrant colors make it a social media star. What's more, its presentation can be endlessly customized.

Finally, thanks to the healthy fats in avocado, avocado toast meets growing customers expectations for a balanced and nutritious eating.

Responsible avocado consumption

Though delicious and healthy, avocados are criticized for their environmental footprint. Here's how to consume them responsibly:

• Choose avocados harvested between November and April, the period when their cultivation is most environmentally friendly.

• Opt for avocados from organic or fair-trade farms, which limit the use of water and pesticides. This ensures a  positive social, economic and environmental impact.

• A moderate and thoughtful consumption of this ingredient helps reduce its environmental impact while allowing dietary diversity.

The nutritional benefits of avocado toast with acai

This recipe isn't just tasty and original: it's also packed with essential nutrients for the body. 

Here's what each ingredient does for your health:

1. Acai 

Acai is renowned for its exceptional antioxidant power, which helps protect the body's cells from oxidative stress. Thanks to its unsaturated fatty acids (omegas 6 and 9), acai provides long-lasting energy. Its fiber content supports optimal digestion, perfect for a light start to the day or meal.

2. Avocado

The healthy fats in avocado help maintain balanced cholesterol levels and support cardiovascular health. Avocados are rich in vitamins, especially vitamin E (antioxidant) and B vitamins, which support energy metabolism. Thanks to their high fiber content, avocados help prevent cravings by providing long-lasting satiety.

3. Cream cheese

Essential for muscle recovery and satiety, the proteins in cream cheese perfectly complement this recipe.

4. Bread 

The carbohydrates in bread provide long-lasting energy, ideal to start the day or stay full until the next meal.

Our recipe for avocado toast with acai

Prep time: 10 minutes
Serves 1

Ingredients:

• 2 small slices of bread (or one large slice)
• 1 tbsp cream cheese
• 3 tbsp Terraçaí by Nossa! acai, previously thawed
• Half an avocado
• Lemon juice
• Salt, pepper, chili powder, sesame seeds

How the recipe works :

Prepare the ingredients :

Mix the cream cheese with the thawed acai in a bowl.

Add a squeeze of lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and mix until smooth.

Toast the bread slices in a toaster or pan until golden and crispy.

Assembling the toasts :

Spread a generous layer of the acai and cream cheese mixture on each slice of toast.

Place a quarter of a thinly sliced avocado on each toast.

Finish the preparation :

Add a squeeze of lemon juice over the avocado and season with salt, pepper and a pinch of chili powder to taste.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Enjoy immediatly to get the most nutritional benefits.