Ingredients

1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced

1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1/2 teaspoon capers, coarsely chopped

1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

kosher salt and ground black pepper

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 avocado, pitted

2 slices whole-grain bread, toasted

1 ounce smoked trout or 1/2 soft-cooked egg, for topping (optional)

Preparation

Combine the onion, lemon juice, capers, oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper in a bowl. Let stand until the onions soften slightly, about 10 minutes.

In another bowl, mash the lemon zest and avocado with 1/8 teaspoon salt.

Spread half of the avocado mixture on one slice of toast and top with half the onions. If desired, add either the smoked trout or the soft-cooked egg. Repeat with remaining ingredients, and serve immediately.