Avocado Toast

1 good piece of rye or pumpernickel bread, toasted nice and crispy

1 avocado sliced thin, cut ends, then in half then slice

For topping:

toasted sesame seeds

sliced chives

radishes and cucumbers, shaved thin on a Japanese mandolin

green tahini (recipe below)

Place a layer of sliced avocado down on your toast. Top with shaved radish and cucumber. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, sliced chives and a drizzle of green tahini.

Green Tahini

1 cup picked cilantro leaves

1 cup picked Italian parsley leaves

¼ cup thinly sliced chives

¼ cup picked dill

pinch ground cumin, if desired

½ cup tahini

juice of 1 lemon

1 garlic clove

½ teaspoon salt, minced

at least 6-8 tablespoons of water

Combine all ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. Add as much water as needed to achieve a drizzling consistency. Taste for seasoning.

Avocado Toast

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Michelle Bernstein