Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Managing eosinophilic esophagitis means scrutinizing every ingredient list, and finding side dishes that are genuinely safe — not just "probably fine" — can feel exhausting. This broccoli mash keeps things beautifully simple, leaning on whole, recognizable ingredients that skip the common triggers hiding in so many comfort foods. Steamed broccoli gets mashed with garlic-infused olive oil, bright lemon zest and juice, and a pinch of turmeric, creating something that tastes far more indulgent than its short ingredient list suggests. The texture is completely flexible — go chunky for a rustic feel or mash it smooth if softer textures work better for you. That warm garlic oil is the real secret here, coating every bit of broccoli with savory depth without relying on dairy, wheat, or anything processed. A final drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley (totally optional) make it look as good as it tastes. It's the kind of dish that proves eating carefully doesn't mean eating boringly.
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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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