Simple to assemble, full of color, and packed with flavor.

This strawberry lemon goat cheese avocado toast starts with thick-cut toast and only gets better from there. Tangy whipped Darë Oh My Goat, creamy avocado slices, fresh berries, and a finishing of lemon zest and microgreens.

The end result is a toast almost too beautiful to eat. Almost.

It’s vibrant and satisfying, with a balance of richness, freshness, and a little crunch. Perfect for slow mornings, quick lunches, or impressing guests without spending all day in the kitchen.

Why We Love This Avocado Toast

Avocado toast has become a classic, but we’re not afraid to say we like to be a little extra.

This version leans into contrast: tangy lemon-whipped vegan goat cheese, rich avocado, and sweet strawberries over warm, toasted bread.

• Oh My Goat brings cultured tang and creaminess

• Lemon zest and juice add brightness and aroma

• Strawberries contribute a fresh, fruity pop that keeps each bite balanced yet interesting

It is familiar enough for a weekday breakfast, but special enough to serve for brunch boards or weekend hosting.

Why This Recipe Works

A good toast is all about layers that play nicely together.

Here, each element has a job (shouldn’t breakfast work for you?) The bread adds crunch and structure, the goat-style cheese adds body, the avocado adds richness, and the strawberries and lemon keep everything lively.

This toast is also:

• Fast to prepare

• Easy to customize for gluten-free, or grain-free diets

• Built from real, recognizable ingredients

A few thoughtful toppings, like microgreens and flaky sea salt, pull the whole plate together.

The Magic Ingredients

This recipe leans on a short list of ingredients that work hard on both flavor and texture.

Oh My Goat

Our Oh My Goat is a dairy-free goat cheese style wedge with a cultured tang and creamy texture that spreads beautifully. It brings flavorful complexity and a boost of probiotics without overshadowing the produce.

Lemon

Zest and juice appear twice: blended into the goat cheese and sprinkled on top. This adds brightness, aroma, and a gentle acidity that ties everything together.

Avocado

Is there anything better than the perfect avocado? Perfectly ripe avocado gives the toast a buttery, satisfying feel and plays well with both sweet and savory elements. 

Strawberries

Fresh strawberries add color, a hint of sweetness, and a juicy contrast to the richness of the toppings.

Microgreens, Flaky Salt, and Pepper

These final touches sharpen flavor, add light crunch, and make the toast feel restaurant-ready.

Darë’s Tips for the Best Avocado Toast

Choose sturdy bread.

Thick slices of sourdough, whole-grain, or gluten-free bread hold up best to generous toppings.

Toast with care.

A little vegan butter or coconut oil in the pan or toaster oven helps the bread turn golden and crisp without drying out.

Blend the goat cheese fully.

Take a moment to process the Oh My Goat with lemon until very smooth for an easy-to-spread base layer.

Slice avocado and strawberries just before serving.

Freshly cut toppings keep their color and texture for a prettier finished plate.

Get Creative

Think of this toast as a starting point rather than a strict rule. You’re the true culinary master!

• Swap strawberries for raspberries or sliced peaches when they are in season

• Add a drizzle of balsamic reduction for extra depth

• Sprinkle crushed pistachios or almonds on top for crunch

• Use toasted sweet potato planks instead of bread for a grain-free version

This is an easy way to bring café-level avocado toast into your own kitchen, no matter the level of your culinary training. 

Ingredients

• 1 (6 oz) wedge Oh My Goat
• Zest of 1 lemon, divided
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 2 large, thick pieces of bread (whole-grain or gluten-free as desired)
• Butter, vegan butter, or coconut oil as desired
• 1 large, ripe avocado
• 4 strawberries
• 2 tbsp microgreens
• Sprinkle of flaky sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Prep the lemon zest

Set aside a few pinches of lemon zest for garnishing the toast later.

2. Make the lemony goat cheese

In a mini blender or food processor, combine Darë Oh My Goat with the remaining lemon zest and the lemon juice. Blend until thick and smooth.

3. Toast the bread

Toast the bread in a skillet, toaster, or toaster oven, using butter, vegan butter, or coconut oil as desired until golden on the outside and warmed through.

4. Add the goat cheese layer

Pipe or spread the lemony goat cheese mixture evenly onto each piece of toast.

5. Slice and add the avocado

Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit and peel, then slice thinly. Arrange the slices over the goat cheese layer.

6. Add the strawberries

Slice the strawberries and tuck them over and around the avocado.

7. Finish with toppings

Garnish with microgreens, the reserved lemon zest, flaky sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Serve right away.

Dietary Notes

To keep this recipe fully vegan, use vegan butter or coconut oil when toasting the bread.
For a gluten-free version, choose gluten-free bread. For grain-free, try using a thick wedge of toasted sweet potato in place of the bread.