Description
This Garlic Aioli Recipe Lemon and Dijon is an incredibly simple, fast, and healthy sauce that uses just a few quality components to enhance any meal. It’s a family-friendly condiment that adds vibrant flavor to easy dinner ideas.
Ingredients
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup mayonnaise, good quality
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare The Garlic: Finely mince or grate 3 cloves of fresh garlic, aiming for about 1 tablespoon.
- Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, a generous pinch of salt, and a grind of black pepper.
- Whisk In Mayonnaise: Add 1 cup of good quality mayonnaise to the bowl. Whisk vigorously for about 30 seconds until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture is smooth and creamy. If it looks watery, add another tablespoon of mayonnaise or ensure all ingredients are well mixed.
- Taste And Adjust: Taste your homemade Garlic Aioli and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lemon juice for extra tang, or a touch more salt and pepper until the flavors sing.
Notes
For a richer flavor, consider using organic mayonnaise. This aioli is naturally nut-free; always double-check mayonnaise labels. If the aioli appears watery, add another tablespoon of mayonnaise or ensure all ingredients are well mixed. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (about 30g)
- Calories: 95 calories
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 6 mg