Brazil Nut Free Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
This vibrant green mash is the kind of side dish that makes people ask for the recipe before they've even finished their plate. Steamed broccoli gets mashed with garlic-infused olive oil, bright lemon zest, a squeeze of fresh juice, and a whisper of turmeric that gives the whole bowl a warm, golden glow. The result is creamy, punchy, and deeply satisfying — somewhere between a rustic purée and a chunky smash, depending on how much you work it. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. It's a genuinely clean, whole-food recipe that delivers big flavor without any of the usual worry. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or just pile it into a bowl with a generous drizzle of extra olive oil and call it dinner.
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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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