AIP Friendly Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Creamy, bright, and deeply satisfying, this broccoli mash is the kind of side dish that makes you forget you're eating something genuinely good for you. Steaming the florets and stems until completely tender, then folding in garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of turmeric, creates a velvety, flavor-packed result that feels indulgent without a single problematic ingredient. The autoimmune protocol can make comfort food feel like a distant memory, especially when it comes to creamy, mashed dishes that typically rely on dairy or nightshade-heavy seasonings — this one sidesteps all of that naturally. Turmeric adds a warm, earthy depth and a gorgeous golden hue, while the lemon zest keeps every bite feeling fresh and lively. You control the texture, so whether you prefer a rustic, chunky mash or a smoother purée, a potato masher and a few extra seconds of effort gets you there. A final drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley make it look as good as it tastes. This recipe serves four and comes together with minimal fuss, making it an easy weeknight staple you'll keep coming back to.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs broccoli (about 2 medium heads), cut into florets, stems peeled and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Fill a large pot with 1 inch of water and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the broccoli florets and chopped stems, cover, and steam until completely tender and a fork slides through the thickest stem piece with no resistance, 10–12 minutes. Drain thoroughly in a colander and let sit for 1 minute to allow excess steam to escape.
- 2
While the broccoli steams, warm the olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until softened and fragrant but not browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
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