Basil Aioli Recipe
This easy bail aioli is creamy, garlicky, and packed with fresh basil flavor. Made in 5 minutes with 4 main ingredients, it’s perfect for sandwiches, fries, roasted vegetables, and potatoes.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 98kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (about two large handfuls)
- 1 Tablespoon fresh garlic, minced (2-3 cloves)
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Into a food processor or blender, add mayonnaise, fresh basil, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.
- Blend for a couple of minutes, occasionally scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula, until smooth and creamy.
- *If no blender or food processor: Finely chop the basil & garlic, then add to a small bowl. Mix in the remaining ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Storage: Although this pesto aioli is best served the same day, you can cover and store it in the fridge for up to 7 days. The garlic flavor will become stronger as it sits, so taste and adjust with a little extra lemon juice if needed. I don't recommend freezing because the mayonnaise can separate after thawing.
- Let it chill for 30 minutes if you have time. This gives the garlic, basil, and lemon time to meld.
- Taste before serving. Add more lemon juice for brightness, more salt for balance, or more basil for a stronger herb flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 126mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 168IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.1mg
