Eat Well Recipe: Sourdough Crackers with Avocado

 

Sourdough Crackers with Avocado

Sourdough Crackers with Avocado


Crispy, wholesome, and delightfully savoury, these homemade sourdough crackers paired with creamy mashed avocado create a satisfying, nutrient-dense snack. Finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkle of seeds, it delivers wonderful textures and heart-healthy fats in every bite.


Ingredients

For the Sourdough Crackers:

  • Discard or Starter: 1 cup active sourdough discard (or active starter)
  • Flour: 1 cup whole wheat flour or unbleached all-purpose flour
  • Healthy Fat: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • Seasoning: 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt and 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, or garlic powder)
  • Seed Topping: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, flaxseeds, or everything bagel seasoning

For the Avocado Topping:

  • Avocado: 2 ripe Hass avocados, halved and pitted
  • Acid: 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or lime juice
  • Seasoning: A pinch of sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (for a gentle kick)
  • Garnish: Fresh cilantro or micro-greens

Instructions & Method

  1. Mix the Dough:
    • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sourdough discard, flour, extra-virgin olive oil, and sea salt until a cohesive dough forms.
  2. Roll Out Thin:
    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll the dough out directly on the parchment paper as thinly and evenly as possible (about 1/8 inch thick) for maximum crispiness.
  3. Score and Season:
    • Brush the top lightly with a little olive oil, sprinkle with your chosen seeds and herbs, and use a knife or pizza cutter to score the dough into desired cracker squares.
  4. Bake Until Crisp:
    • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the edges are golden brown and crisp. Remove from the oven, let cool completely, and break along the scored lines.
  5. Prepare the Avocado:
    • Scoop the avocado flesh into a bowl, add the fresh lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper, and mash gently with a fork until mostly smooth or slightly chunky to your preference.
  6. Assemble and Serve:
    • Spoon a generous dollop of mashed avocado onto each sourdough cracker, top with red pepper flakes and micro-greens, and serve immediately.

Tips for Success & Heart-Healthy Benefits

Incorporating wholesome plant-based snacks into your routine offers fantastic support for your cardiovascular system:


  • Embrace Heart-Healthy Monounsaturated Fats: Avocados are rich in healthy fats that help maintain optimal cholesterol levels, support healthy blood vessel function, and improve the absorption of fat-soluble nutrients.
  • Leverage Sourdough Fermentation: Traditional sourdough fermentation breaks down complex starches and phytic acid, making the grains easier to digest and more bioavailable for nutrient absorption.
  • Incorporate Fibre-Rich Grains: Using whole-grain flour in your crackers delivers essential dietary fibre, which plays a key role in managing blood sugar and supporting healthy LDL cholesterol levels.
  • Enhance with Antioxidant Citrus and Herbs: Adding fresh lemon juice and herbs reduces the need for excessive sodium while providing powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits to protect arterial health.



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