Lupin Free Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Bright, garlicky, and finished with a hit of lemon, this broccoli mash is the kind of side dish that makes you rethink everything you thought you knew about vegetables. Steaming the florets and stems together until completely tender means every bit of the broccoli gets worked into a silky, satisfying mash — no waste, all flavor. Garlic-infused olive oil is the backbone here, giving the whole dish a rich, savory depth that feels far more indulgent than the ingredient list suggests. A pinch of turmeric adds a subtle warmth and a gorgeous golden hue, while fresh lemon zest and juice keep things lively and bright. Every ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from lupin, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden flour-like additives that sometimes sneak into processed or restaurant versions of similar dishes. You can mash it chunky for texture or push it toward a smooth purée depending on your mood — either way, a final drizzle of good olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley takes it right over the top.
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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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