Ingredients
2 ripe Hass avocados, pitted and peeled
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
8 slices peasant bread, cut 1/2 inch thick and toasted
1 small clove garlic, peeled
3/4 cup packed parsley leaves, plus more for garnish
3/4 cup packed basil leaves
5 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Preparation
Place the garlic in a food processor, and pulse. Add the parsley, basil, 5 tablespoons olive oil, vinegar, and salt and pepper to taste; puree. Set the sauce aside.
Cut the avocados into 1/2-inch chunks. Toss with the lemon juice and remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil.
Spread a scant tablespoon of the green sauce on each slice of bread. Arrange the avocado chunks on the bread, sprinkle with a pinch of ground pepper, and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.
