Pescatarian Lemon & Olive Oil Broccoli Mash
Bright, garlicky, and finished with a generous drizzle of good olive oil, this broccoli mash is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the dinner table. Steaming the florets and stems together until completely tender is the key move here — it gives you a mash that's silky-smooth or satisfyingly chunky depending on your mood. The garlic gets a quick bloom in warm olive oil before it ever touches the broccoli, which means every bite carries that deep, fragrant flavor without any harsh raw bite. A hit of lemon zest and fresh juice cuts right through the richness and keeps the whole thing tasting lively and fresh. Ground turmeric adds a subtle warmth and a gorgeous golden hue that makes the dish look as good as it tastes. It's naturally built around plants and healthy fats, so it fits effortlessly into a pescatarian table alongside grilled fish, roasted shrimp, or really anything you're already making. Finish it with a scatter of fresh parsley and an extra pour of olive oil, and it looks like something you'd order at a nice restaurant.
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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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