Hot Honey Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast

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Hot Honey Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast is simple, fresh, and comes together in just a few minutes. I made it two different ways, so you can pick what you’re feeling when you make it. It tastes like something you’d order out, but it’s super easy to make at home.

This post is sponsored by Ducktrap. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Ducktrap’s new Hot Honey Smoked Salmon is my new favorite smoked salmon. It comes in two styles, cold smoked and smoked roasted. Both have a smoky flavor with a touch of sweetness and gentle heat. Each one has its own unique texture, which makes them so fun to use in recipes like avocado toast.

I kept the toppings simple so the flavor and texture of the salmon really comes through. After trying both the cold smoked and smoked roasted versions, I love how each one brings its own twist.

These avocado toasts come together in just a few minutes with no cooking needed. This makes them perfect for a quick weekday lunch, weekend brunch, or would even be great as a party appetizer.

Since they’re already flavored with hot honey, you can skip adding anything else, which keeps this recipe easy.

Love avocado toast? Try my Tomato Avocado Toast with Arugula.

Ingredients

Toast: A good sourdough, multigrain, or rye bread, toasted. Choose a bread that’s sturdy enough to hold the toppings without getting soggy. Any hearty bread you love will work here.
Avocado: A large, ripe Hass avocado. I like to season it with just a pinch of salt, but that’s totally optional.
Ducktrap Hot Honey Smoked Salmon: Use your favorite style, either cold smoked or smoked roasted.
Microgreens: A small handful for a little freshness and color.

*The full ingredient list with amounts is in the recipe card below.

How to Make Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast

In a small bowl or directly on the toasts, mash the avocado with a fork. Add a pinch of sea salt if desired.
Spread the avocado evenly over each slice of toast. Add a small handful of microgreens over the avocado.

Top one toast with flaked hot honey smoked roasted salmon. Top the other toast with slices of cold smoked salmon.
Garnish both with more microgreens. Serve immediately and enjoy.

🥕 Nicole’s Cooking Tips

If you’re letting the avocado sit for a few minutes, a light squeeze of lemon or lime juice will keep it from browning.
Flake the smoked roasted salmon and fold the cold smoked slices for the best texture and presentation.
Assemble the toasts right before serving to keep the toast crisp and the avocado fresh. They’re so quick to make that there’s no need to prep ahead.

Variations and Serving Suggestions

You can keep these toasts exactly as written or make them your own since they’re super customizable.

Radish and Cucumber: Add a few thin slices under the salmon for extra crunch and freshness.
Arugula: Just add a small handful between the avocado and salmon for a peppery bite instead of the microgreens.
Mini Appetizer Toasts: Use store-bought crostini or cut larger toasts into smaller pieces for easy party bites.

These toasts work for a quick weekday breakfast or lunch. They’re also perfect for hosting a weekend brunch, holiday breakfast, or as a party appetizer on smaller pieces of toast. Avocado toast with smoked salmon is great for Easter, Mother’s Day, or Christmas.

Serve them on their own or with some scrambled eggs and fresh fruit for a complete meal.

Make Ahead and Storage

These toasts come together in just five minutes, so there’s really no reason to prep them ahead of time. For the best texture and flavor, assemble and serve them right before eating.

Leftovers don’t store well once topped, but you can keep the salmon in the fridge (in its packaging) and mash the avocado just before you’re ready to eat.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

Do I need to cook the salmon first?

Nope! Both the hot honey cold smoked and smoked roasted salmon are fully cooked and ready to eat straight from the package.

Where can I find Ducktrap Hot Honey Smoked Salmon?

It’s available at many grocery stores in the refrigerated seafood section. Check Ducktrap’s website for a store locator if you’re unsure.

Can I use regular smoked salmon instead of hot honey?

Yes! If you use regular smoked salmon, you might drizzle a tiny bit of honey and sprinkle on some crushed red pepper flakes for a similar flavor.

Do I need both cold smoked and smoked roasted salmon?

No! You can make two of the same toast if you only have one style. Showing both here highlights Ducktrap’s new options, but either one is delicious on its own.

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