Garlic Aioli – Spend With Pennies

This is a shortcut version of an aioli, making it perfect for serving with any meal!

This Garlic Aioli recipe is a creamy, garlicky sauce with a hint of lemon. It’s perfect for dipping fries, spreading on sandwiches, serving with grilled meats, and more.

What is Aioli?

Aioli comes from the Mediterranean, but there are different variations coming from Spain, France—and many other places. It’s similar to mayonnaise in that it is an emulsified oil with minced garlic and sometimes other flavorings like lemon, chipotle, or even truffle oil!

This short-cut version uses mayonnaise, garlic, and lemon and takes just a few minutes to prepare.

How to Make Garlic Aioli

Once you create your own aioli, you’ll never want to taste store-bought again!

1. Start with mayo (store-bought to make it quick or homemade if you prefer).
2. Whisk all ingredients together (recipe below).
3. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes and serve!

For a milder garlic flavor, roast garlic in the oven wrapped in aluminum foil until tender and golden.

Flavorful Variations

Homemade aioli can be seasoned lots of different ways. Add the following—as much or as little as you’d like:

• Spicy: sriracha sauce, chipotle or cayenne powder.
• Savory: pesto, basil, roasted garlic or red peppers, sundried tomatoes, or truffle oil.
• Creamy: avocado, dijon or stone-ground mustard.

What to Serve it With

This homemade garlic aioli recipe is a simple condiment that is great for dipping or as a spread. Serve it with appetizers, meats, veggies, salads, and sandwiches!

How to Store Aioli

Aioli should be kept in a tightly covered container in the fridge for about 2-3 days.

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Homemade Garlic Aioli

Aioli is creamy and flavorful. It can be used as a dip, sauce, or dressing.

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 0 minutes minutes

Chill Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

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• In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to combine.

• Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving.

Makes approx 1 cup.
Keep in a tightly covered container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Serving: 0.125cups | Calories: 105 | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 162mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Dip, Dressing, Sauce

Cuisine Mediterranean

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