Soy 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 people ask for the recipe before they've even finished their plate. Steaming the broccoli until completely tender and then folding in garlic-infused olive oil creates a silky, rich texture without any dairy or hidden additives — just clean, whole ingredients from start to finish. The turmeric adds a warm golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole bowl look as good as it tastes. For anyone navigating soy sensitivities, this one is genuinely stress-free — every ingredient is straightforward, and there's no need to scrutinize labels for sneaky soy-derived oils or emulsifiers. A final drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and a scatter of fresh parsley pull it all together into something that feels a little fancy without any real effort. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or honestly just eat it with crusty bread — it holds its own either way.
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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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