Introduction
has become my absolute morning obsession lately! You know those days when you need something that's both nourishing and totally gorgeous? This is it. I started making this rainbow-inspired plate after my trip to California last summer - those farmers markets changed me, I swear! It's basically a beautiful chaos of perfectly jammy eggs, vibrant fruits, creamy avocado, and these adorably tiny roasted tomatoes that burst in your mouth. The best part? It's actually super simple to throw together, even when I'm half-awake and desperately reaching for coffee.
Timing
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 15 minutes
- Total time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (farm-fresh if you can get 'em!)
- 1 ripe avocado, halved and sliced (pick ones that give slightly when squeezed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (any color works - I'm obsessed with the yellow ones)
- 2 slices sourdough bread (or any crusty bread you love)
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 1 small orange, segmented
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste (I use flaky sea salt because I'm fancy like that)
- Optional: microgreens or fresh herbs for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep Your Base
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss those cherry tomatoes with a tablespoon of olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread them on a baking sheet - don't crowd them or they'll steam instead of roast! Trust me on this one.
Step 2: Get Those Eggs Going
Bring a pot of water to boil. Ok here's my secret for perfect jammy eggs - lower them in gently (no dropping!), set a timer for EXACTLY 6.5 minutes, then plunge them into an ice bath. Sometimes I mess up the timing when I'm distracted by my podcast, but honestly? They're usually still pretty great.
Step 3: Toast and Assemble
While everything's cooking, toast your bread until it's golden brown. I like mine pretty dark - sometimes I even burn it a little (oops). Arrange everything on your plate like you're creating art. Because you totally are! Start with the toast, add the sliced avocado, jammy eggs, and those gorgeous roasted tomatoes that should be all wrinkly and sweet by now.
Step 4: Add the Rainbow
Now for the fun part! Arrange your fruits in little clusters around the plate. I like to think of it as creating little color neighborhoods - reds here, purples there. Sprinkle with those microgreens if you're using them (they make everything look fancy, just saying). Finish with a drizzle of olive oil and that flaky salt I mentioned.
Healthier Alternatives
Need to switch things up? Try gluten-free bread instead of sourdough (I love this new cassava one I found at Whole Foods). Colorful Breakfast Plate For vegan friends, replace the eggs
