Fish & Seafood Fish Salmon Smoked Salmon Smoked Salmon & Avocado Toasts 5.0 (1) 1 Review They would have been canapés back in 1979--today they're trendy avocado toasts. Let your guests creatively customize their nibbles by setting out an array of garnishes for this healthy appetizer. By Katie Webster Katie Webster Katie Webster is a recipe developer, food photographer and author of the blog HealthySeasonalRecipes.com, where she shares easy and nutritious recipes for busy families. Her recipes have appeared in EatingWell, Fitness, Parents, Parenting and several Edible Communities publications. Her recipes and photography have been featured on popular online sites, including Kitchn and Parade. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 23, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD See More Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H, RD, is a Chinese and Jewish chef and dietitian who has worked in all facets of the food world. She is a recipe developer, culinary nutritionist and marketing specialist with more than 15 years of experience creating editorial and digital content for top food and kitchen brands. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Servings: 12 Yield: 24 toasts Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Nut-Free Dairy-Free Omega-3 Soy-Free Egg-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Making the dish involves simple steps, such as mashing the avocado and spreading it on toast.Avocados provide heart-healthy fats that contribute to a balanced diet.The appetizer features garnishes, including capers and lemon zest, for added depth. Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1 ripe avocado, pitted 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon 24 toasted cocktail-size slices pumpernickel bread or melba toasts 2 ounces smoked salmon, cut into 24 pieces 1 teaspoon coarse Maldon sea salt Fresh tarragon sprigs, capers, sliced cornichons or olives, poppy or sesame seeds, lemon zest and/or red onion for garnish Directions Mash avocado with lemon juice and tarragon in a bowl. Spread about 1 teaspoon of the mixture on each piece of bread (or toast). Top with salmon and sprinkle with salt. Garnish as desired. Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2017 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 85 Calories 3g Fat 11g Carbs 3g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 12 Serving Size 2 toasts Calories 85 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 11g 4% Dietary Fiber 2g 8% Total Sugars 1g Protein 3g 6% Total Fat 3g 4% Saturated Fat 0g 2% Cholesterol 1mg 0% Vitamin A 30IU 1% Vitamin C 2mg 2% Folate 14mcg 3% Sodium 342mg 15% Calcium 35mg 3% Iron 1mg 4% Magnesium 6mg 1% Potassium 91mg 2% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.