Super nourishing! Try this healthy mashed broccoli recipe; it’s a low-carb alternative to regular mashed potatoes. Our mashed broccoli made with extra virgin olive oil, parmesan, and fresh garlic is the ideal side dish for vegetarians or meat-eaters alike. This super side is also paleo, whole-30, keto friendly and gluten-free. Enjoy!
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Why you’ll love this mashed broccoli recipe
- The broccoli mash is creamy, garlicky, and cheesy, making it both comforting and full of flavor.
- It’s a nutritious alternative to mashed potatoes—lower in carbs but still satisfying, thanks to broccoli’s fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
- Mashed broccoli works as a side dish for many mains (roast chicken, salmon, grilled meats) or even as a vegetarian centerpiece.
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Key Ingredients for the Mashed Broccoli
- Broccoli florets: Take a compact head of broccoli with a blueish-green color. Cut int 1 1/2 inch florest using a sharp knife.
- Vegetable stock: Low-sodium so you can better control the amount of salt.
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Olive oil (or ghee)
- Parmesan
- Salt and white pepper
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How to make the mashed broccoli
- Cook & process – Cook broccoli in vegetable stock, drain, and transfer to a food processor.
- Blend flavors – Add parmesan, olive oil (or ghee), and garlic; blend until smooth.
- Season & serve – Adjust with salt and pepper, pulse to combine, and serve with optional extra parmesan and olive oil.
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Easy Mashed Broccoli
Author: Christina Cherrier | Servings: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 min |
Cook Time: 5 min
Mashed broccoli make for healthy, low carb alternative to your regular mashed potatoes side!
- 8 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 4 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup olive oil (or ghee)
- 1 cup parmesan
- Salt and fresh cracked white pepper to taste
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Instructions
- In a medium saucepan or pot, heat broccoli florets in vegetable stock over medium heat until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain the liquid off and transfer to a food processor.
- Add parmesan, olive oil, (or ghee) and minced garlic to the cooked broccoli. Mix the ingredients until they are thoroughly blended.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, give a quick pulse to combine. Transfer the mashed broccoli to a serving bowl and add a dash of olive oil and sprinkle more parmesan if you like. Enjoy!
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