This avocado toast comes together in about 10 minutes, and the secret that makes it taste like more than the sum of its parts is a scattering of KelpEat Dulse flakes — a red seaweed with a naturally smoky, almost bacon-like umami. A pinch turns a simple breakfast into a savory, mineral-rich plate with real depth — no bacon required.
Why you'll love it:
- Ready in 10 minutes with everyday ingredients.
- Smoky, savory depth from a single spoonful of dulse — a smart way to use less salt.
- 100% plant-based, and endlessly adaptable (see the tips below).
Ingredients (serves 2)
- 2 slices sourdough or wholegrain bread
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1–2 tsp KelpEat Dulse flakes
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Chilli flakes (optional)
Method
- Toast the bread until golden and crisp.
- Mash the avocado with the lemon juice, a little of the olive oil, and a good grind of black pepper — keep it creamy but still a bit chunky.
- Spread the avocado generously over each slice.
- Scatter 1–2 tsp of dulse flakes over the top, drizzle with the remaining olive oil, and finish with chilli flakes if you like a kick. Eat straight away, while the toast is crisp.
Tips & variations
Add a soft-boiled egg or a few confit tomatoes to make it a fuller brunch. For a KelpEat twist, crumble a couple of savory bites over the top for extra crunch. A squeeze more lemon keeps everything bright.
Make it with KelpEat Dulse. Dulse (Palmaria palmata) is a naturally dried red seaweed with a deep, smoky umami — it does the flavor work here that you'd usually need cured meat or extra salt for. Start with a teaspoon, taste, and add more to your liking. Grab a jar of Dulse – 100% Seaweed and you'll reach for it on eggs, popcorn, soups and salads too. Explore the rest of the range in the KelpEat pantry.
Frequently asked questions
What do dulse flakes taste like? Dulse is savory and gently smoky, with a rich umami some people compare to bacon — far from "fishy." It adds depth rather than a strong sea flavor.
How much dulse should I use? Start with 1–2 teaspoons for two servings. Seaweed is naturally rich in iodine, so treat it as a seasoning and enjoy it as part of a varied, balanced diet rather than by the handful.
KelpEat makes EU-organic, ocean-grown seaweed. Eat smarter — regenerate your body and the planet. Information here is educational and not medical advice.
