Description
A delicious and creamy basil aioli perfect for sandwiches and dips.
Ingredients
Scale
- 0 cups Fresh Basil Leaves (Roughly torn for easier blending)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Toasted Pine Nuts (Can substitute with walnuts or almonds)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed is optimal)
- 0 teaspoon Kosher Salt (Adjust to preference)
- 0 cups Good Mayonnaise (Recommended brands include Hellman’s or Duke’s)
Instructions
- In a small food processor, blend ½ cup fresh basil, 2 cloves chopped garlic, 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of kosher salt until roughly chopped.
- Incorporate ½ cup good-quality mayonnaise into the mixture and blend until fairly smooth.
- Transfer the aioli to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, lightly toast the pine nuts before adding them to the processor.
- This aioli pairs well with grilled meats and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg