(Serves 4)

• 1 punnet cherry tomatoes, halved

• 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (2 tablespoons for roasting, 2 tablespoons for drizzling)

• Pinch of salt

• 2 large avocados (Ready to eat!)

• ½ lemon, zest & juice

• 220g tub baby bocconcini, roughly torn

• 8 slices wholegrain sourdough

• 1 large garlic clove, halved longways

• ½ bunch basil, baby leaves picked, stems finely chopped

• ½ cup toasted pepitas

Balsamic Glaze:

• ½ cup balsamic vinegar

• ¼ cup honey

1. Roast the tomatoes
   Preheat oven to 220°C. Line a tray with baking paper. Toss cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, basil stems and a pinch of salt. Roast for 15–20 minutes until skins blister. Set aside to cool slightly.

2. Make the balsamic glaze
   In a small pot, combine balsamic vinegar and honey. Bring to the boil, then reduce over medium heat until halved in volume and slightly thickened. Remove from heat – it will thicken more as it cools.

3. Smash the avo
   Scoop avocado flesh into a bowl. Add pinch of salt, lemon zest & juice, then mash with a fork as smoothly or chunky as you like. until creamy but still a little chunky. Taste & tweak until it’s just right for you.

4. Toast the bread
   Brush or drizzle bread with remaining olive oil and toast on a griddle pan until golden. Rub cut side of garlic over each slice for flavour.

5. Build it up
   Spread avocado smash generously over each slice of bread. Top with roasted tomatoes and torn bocconcini. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and a little extra olive oil. Finish with fresh basil leaves and toasted pepitas.

Nutrition Snapshot

Wholegrain sourdough, avocado and tomatoes bring fibre, while bocconcini and pepitas provide protein to help keep you satisfied. Avocado, olive oil and pepitas also contribute unsaturated fats, bringing nourishment alongside flavour and texture.

What it brings to your day (per serve)

• Grains: 1.7 serves

• Vegetables: 2.5 serves

• Lean meats and alternatives: 0.6 serves

• Dairy and alternatives: 1.3 serves

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