Emulsifier Free Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Creamy, vibrant, and packed with flavor, this broccoli mash is the kind of side dish that makes you rethink everything you thought you knew about vegetables. Steamed until completely tender, the broccoli gets mashed with garlic-infused olive oil, bright lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of turmeric for a gorgeous golden hue and earthy warmth. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which means there are absolutely no hidden emulsifiers, stabilizers, or additives to worry about — just real food doing all the work. That can be genuinely hard to guarantee with store-bought mashes or prepared sides, where ingredient lists often sneak in lecithins or other binding agents. Here, olive oil does the job beautifully on its own, coating the mash with richness and a silky finish that feels indulgent without any of the fuss. You can keep it chunky for texture or push it toward a smoother purée depending on your mood, and a final drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil over the top makes it look as good as it tastes. A scatter of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness that ties the whole bowl together.
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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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