Coconut Free Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Broccoli gets a serious glow-up here, transformed from a simple steamed side into a vibrant, velvety mash that's bright with lemon and rich with garlic-infused olive oil. The trick is steaming the florets and peeled stems together until completely tender, then mashing them with a generous pour of that fragrant oil for a result that feels indulgent without being heavy. A touch of turmeric adds a warm golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole bowl look as good as it tastes. Fresh lemon zest and juice cut right through the richness, keeping every bite lively and fresh. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from coconut and coconut-derived products — no swaps needed, no label-checking required. You can keep it rustic and chunky or push it toward a smoother purée depending on your mood, and a final drizzle of olive oil plus a scatter of parsley makes it genuinely beautiful on the table. It works as a weeknight side, a dinner party showstopper, or honestly just something you want to eat straight from the bowl.
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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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