How long does it take to make Creamy Parsley Microgreen and Avocado Toast?
This recipe takes approximately 10 min total.
10 min
· Serves 2
· Updated February 26, 2026
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Parsley microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. This trendy avocado toast is elevated with the addition of parsley microgreens for a burst of flavor and nutrition.
This recipe takes approximately 10 min total.
Parsley microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
2 slices whole-grain bread
1 ripe avocado
1 cup parsley microgreens
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
Red pepper flakes (optional)
Toast the whole-grain bread to your desired level of crispiness.
In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper until creamy.
Spread the mashed avocado evenly over the toasted bread.
Top generously with parsley microgreens and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for an extra kick, then serve immediately.
Parsley and parsley microgreens share the same aromatic and phytochemical profile, with research focused on the flavonoid apigenin, vitamin K content, and folate. They are used as a fresh finishing element on proteins, pastas, and composed plates.
• Parsley and parsley microgreens have been studied for flavonoid content, particularly apigenin, which is present in both mature and microgreen forms.
moderate evidence• Parsley is a recognized dietary source of vitamin K and folate, with microgreen concentrations studied in the broader microgreens nutrition literature.
moderate evidence• Aromatic and flavor characteristics in parsley microgreens vary by variety and harvest stage.
strong evidence1. Assessment of Vitamin and Carotenoid Concentrations of Emerging Food Products: Edible Microgreens — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012
2. Microgreens: Production, Shelf Life, and Bioactive Components — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2017