Smashed Avocado with Feta and Radish

Instructions

1. Toast the bread
   Toast the sourdough bread slices until golden brown and crisp. Once toasted, lightly rub each slice with the peeled garlic clove to infuse with flavor.
2. Prepare the avocado
   In a medium bowl, add the avocados and mash with a fork until somewhat smooth but still chunky. Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Mix in the feta
   Gently fold in 3/4 of the crumbled feta cheese into the avocado mixture, saving some for garnish. Add half of the chopped chives and mix lightly.
4. Assemble the toast
   Divide the avocado mixture evenly among the toasted bread slices, spreading it generously. Arrange the thinly sliced radishes on top of each slice.
5. Add finishing touches
   Sprinkle the remaining feta cheese and chives over the toast. Add red pepper flakes if using. Drizzle with olive oil and squeeze a little more lemon juice over the top.
6. Garnish and serve
   Finish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, a final grind of black pepper, and serve immediately while the toast is still warm and crisp.