Spicy Hummus Avocado Toast with Feta: An Irresistible, Healthy, and Easy Recipe

Experience avocado toast like never before! This elevated version combines the creamy richness of thinly sliced avocado with the bold flavor of spicy hummus, salty crumbled feta cheese, and a fresh garnish of microgreens. It’s a quick, healthy, and incredibly satisfying snack or light meal that’s perfect for any time of day.

This post is brought to you in collaboration with Sabra.

Like many food enthusiasts, I have a somewhat complicated relationship with food-themed holidays. While I wholeheartedly embrace any occasion that offers an excuse to celebrate a particular dish or ingredient, some national food days can stretch the boundaries of what’s truly worth commemorating (National Lemon Juice Day, I’m looking at you!). However, if there’s one culinary holiday I can enthusiastically get behind and celebrate with gusto, it’s undoubtedly National Hummus Day! My wonderful friends at Sabra are marking #NationalHummusDay and the #UnofficialMeal today, and I couldn’t be more excited to join in the festivities with a recipe that highlights my enduring love for this incredible dip.

Truth be told, I don’t really need a designated day to celebrate hummus because it’s a staple in our household year-round. From quick snacks to integral components of full meals, hummus is a consistent and cherished presence on our table. It’s a versatile, nutritious, and incredibly flavorful food that lends itself to countless creative applications, far beyond its traditional role as a dip for pita bread or veggie sticks.

The Versatility of Hummus: Beyond the Dip Bowl

Over the years, I’ve explored and experimented with hummus in a multitude of exciting ways, discovering its incredible adaptability. It’s a foundational ingredient that can elevate a dish with its creamy texture, rich flavor, and nutritional benefits. For instance, I’ve successfully paired hummus with unexpected delights like perfectly seared scallops, demonstrating its ability to complement delicate seafood. It’s also a fantastic companion to savory bites such as these flavorful falafel bites and these comforting Greek-style potato skins, adding a layer of authenticity and creaminess. Beyond these examples, I’ve even thinned hummus down to create a unique and zesty sauce or a vibrant salad dressing. If your current hummus experience is limited to only serving it with crackers or baby carrots, you’re truly missing out on a world of culinary possibilities that this humble chickpea spread offers.

Elevating the Avocado Toast Phenomenon

When I’m not busy dreaming up innovative uses for hummus, one of my absolute favorite ways to enjoy it is by incorporating it into avocado toast. Yes, that avocado toast – the internet sensation that swept across platforms like Instagram a few years ago and firmly established itself as a breakfast and brunch staple. This isn’t just any avocado toast, though. Today’s elevated version draws inspiration from my memorable trip to Park City, Utah, back in October, where I first experienced this delightful combination.

The beauty of avocado toast lies in its simplicity and versatility, but adding a generous layer of hummus takes it to an entirely new level. It transforms a simple snack into a more substantial and satisfying meal, packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber. Hummus provides a robust flavor base and a creamy counterpoint to the buttery avocado, making each bite more complex and delicious.

Crafting the Perfect Spicy Hummus Avocado Toast

I genuinely love incorporating hummus – any flavor will do, but Sabra’s Supremely Spicy Hummus is my absolute favorite for this particular recipe – as the foundational layer for my avocado toast. This strategic addition makes the toast significantly more substantial, infusing it with healthy protein and essential fiber, while also contributing an incredible depth of flavor that complements the creamy avocado beautifully. It’s truly a game-changer for enhancing both the taste and nutritional profile of classic avocado toast.

One of the aspects I appreciate most about Sabra hummus is their diverse range of flavors and thoughtful toppings. I often use these as creative springboards for developing all sorts of innovative dishes. The vibrant, fiery profile of Sabra Supremely Spicy hummus, with its hints of red pepper, always brings to mind the bold, aromatic essence of harissa, a North African chili paste. This comparison naturally leads to the question: what ingredients perfectly complement the flavors of spicy harissa? While there are many fantastic pairings, crumbly feta cheese is a personal favorite for its briny, tangy notes that cut through the spice and creaminess.

From Snack to Appetizer: Serving Suggestions

This spicy hummus avocado toast is remarkably versatile. You could easily transform these into charming bite-sized appetizers by toasting baguette rounds and topping them with the same delicious combination. This makes them perfect for entertaining, adding a sophisticated yet approachable touch to any gathering. Alternatively, serving a larger slice of toast makes for a wonderfully satisfying quick snack, a light lunch, or even a flavorful vegetarian breakfast any time of the day. The beauty of this recipe lies in its speed and simplicity – it comes together so quickly and effortlessly that outlining the steps almost feels too basic, but the results are anything but!

Simple Steps to a Sensational Toast

Creating this irresistible toast is straightforward. Here’s a breakdown of the process:

Step 1: Prepare Your Base. Begin by toasting your chosen bread to your preferred level of crispness. Once lightly golden, generously spread a thick layer of your favorite Sabra hummus – or any quality spicy hummus – across the surface of each slice. Ensure an even coating to maximize flavor in every bite.

Step 2: Layer with Creamy Avocado. Carefully arrange super thin slices of ripe avocado over the hummus. Fanning them out not only looks appealing but also ensures a balanced distribution of creamy avocado goodness. For best results, use a very sharp knife to achieve uniform slices.

Step 3: Add Briny Feta. Sprinkle a generous amount of crumbled feta cheese over the avocado. I highly recommend buying feta cheese stored in brine and crumbling it yourself; it’s significantly more flavorful and boasts a better texture than the pre-crumbled varieties, which can often be dry and less potent.

Step 4: Incorporate Fresh Microgreens. Pile on the microgreens! Their delicate crunch, vibrant color, and slightly peppery or earthy flavor add an essential element to this toast. I am absolutely obsessed with microgreens for their nutritional punch and visual appeal, and they truly complete this dish.

Step 5: Garnish for Texture and Flavor. Finish with a sprinkle of black or white sesame seeds. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, which adds a lovely visual contrast, they offer a subtle nod to the tahini found in hummus and introduce a delightful, nutty crunch that enhances the overall texture.

Step 6: Devour! There’s only one thing left to do: enjoy every glorious bite of your freshly made spicy hummus avocado toast. This simple assembly guarantees a burst of flavors and textures that will leave you fully satisfied.

I am thrilled to be a part of the esteemed Sabra Tastemaker program! This delicious recipe post is proudly sponsored by Sabra. Thank you for consistently supporting brands that not only fuel my creativity in the kitchen but also allow me to share my unwavering passion for crafting and enjoying great food with all of you! We hope you love this spicy hummus avocado toast as much as we do.