Description
Creamy basil garlic aioli elevates simple dishes with Mediterranean charm, blending fresh herbs and smooth garlic into a luxurious sauce. Home chefs can drizzle this zesty condiment over grilled vegetables, sandwiches, or use as a delectable dipping companion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup (60 ml) fresh basil leaves, packed
- 1 small garlic clove, minced or grated
- ½ cup (120 g) mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice (fresh is best)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1–2 teaspoons (5–10 ml) olive oil for a silkier texture (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped fresh basil, zesty lemon juice, tangy Dijon mustard, and a delicate pinch of salt and pepper in a food processor or blender.
- Emulsify Mixture: Pulse the ingredients until they transform into a silky, uniform sauce, periodically scraping down the processor’s sides to ensure complete integration. Optional: Drizzle in olive oil to achieve a more fluid texture and enhance the aioli’s richness.
- Refine Flavor Profile: Sample the aioli and fine-tune the seasoning, carefully adjusting with additional salt, a splash of lemon juice, or extra basil leaves to elevate the condiment’s vibrant taste and aromatic complexity.
Notes
- Start with less garlic and gradually add more to control the pungent flavor, preventing overpowering the delicate basil and mayonnaise base.
- Ensure ingredients are at room temperature and blend thoroughly to create a silky, emulsified sauce without lumps.
- Adjust olive oil quantity to reach desired thickness – less for a thick dip, more for a drizzling sauce perfect for salads or sandwiches.
- Use fresh basil leaves for vibrant flavor and bright green color, avoiding dried herbs which can make the aioli taste flat and dull.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg