Candida Diet Friendly Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Creamy, bright, and deeply satisfying, this broccoli mash is the kind of comfort food that doesn't ask you to compromise on anything. Steamed until completely tender, the broccoli gets mashed with garlic-infused olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of turmeric — ingredients that are all squarely on the approved list for anyone managing yeast overgrowth through diet. The lemon zest adds a lively lift that keeps the dish from feeling heavy, while the turmeric brings a subtle warmth and that gorgeous golden hue. One of the trickier parts of eating this way is finding satisfying sides that don't rely on starchy fillers or dairy, and this mash genuinely fills that gap. You can keep it rustic and chunky or push it toward a smoother purée depending on your mood — either way, it holds up beautifully as a base for a protein or as a standalone bowl. A final drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley takes it from weeknight simple to something you'd actually want to serve to guests.
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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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