Garlic Basil Vegan Aioli

Creamy garlic basil vegan aioli is the perfect dip for roasted vegetables or spread for veggie burgers. Requiring just 5 minutes and 4 ingredients, it’s made with whole foods and completely oil-free.

Where all my garlic lovers at? You know who you are. Those of us who tend to add an extra garlic clove or two beyond what the recipe calls for. If that’s you then you are going to love this delicious vegan aioli!

Apart from being a garlic junkie, I’m also addicted to sauces. And, and I LOVE a good aioli!

What exactly is aioli? Honestly, it’s little more than fancy mayo in my humble opinion. If you scour the internet you’ll find the history of it, blah, blah, blah. But, at the end of the day, it’s still a fancy name for mayo with a lot of garlic in it. But, that’s not a bad thing.

Unlike traditional aioli that’s made using egg yolks and loads of olive oil, this amazing recipe’s delicious flavors come only from whole foods. So, apart from being pleasing to your taste buds, it doesn’t come with health risks. BOOM!

If you’re a fan of delicious condiments like myself then you are going to love this oil-free aioli.

Ready? Let’s do it!

Ingredients

All you need are 4 simple ingredients to make this heavenly vegan aioli sauce.

• Cashew Mayo: This is my own personal recipe. It’s made with raw cashews and much better than store-bought vegan mayonnaise and much healthier.
• Fresh Garlic: You could use garlic powder but fresh garlic really brings this sauce to life. There’s nothing like the bite of raw garlic in a recipe.
• Lemon Juice: Try and use fresh, pure lemon juice. It adds a zing and brightness that crap in the green bottle just seems to miss.
• Dried Basil: I prefer dry basil as opposed to fresh only because of convenience and it’s more concentrated which means you don’t have to use a much. You still get that magnificent flavor. But, if you’re a purist and who prefers fresh herbs go for it.

How To Make Vegan Garlic Aioli

1. Add all ingredients to a small bowl and stir until everything is well combined.
2. Use a rubber spatula to scrape the vegan aioli into a glass jar and seal with a lid until you’re ready to serve.

Yes, it’s that easy.

Serving Suggestions

You could literally use this vegan aioli in any number of ways. It’s the perfect spread on black bean burgers; an excellent drizzle for vegan steaks made out of portobello mushrooms; or, a great dip for a veggie tray at a party.

But, my favorite is to roast potatoes and use this tasty condiment as a dipping sauce. Here are a few other recipes you should try with it.

• Portobello Steaks
• Oil-free Roasted Potatoes
• Roasted Holiday Vegetables
• Potato Chip Tomato Sandwich
• Crunchy Homemade Onion Rings

Tips

• Use apple cider vinegar is a great replacement if you don’t have fresh lemon juice.
• If you have a nut allergy my Vegan Tofu Sour Cream is an excellent option for this recipe. It’s made using silken tofu and makes an incredibly creamy sauce.
• I prefer the texture of minced garlic in this recipe but if you prefer smooth sauces simply add everything to a high-speed blender and process until smooth and creamy consistency you prefer. You could also use an immersion blender, hand blender, or stick blender. A food processor is also a viable option.
• If you are using fresh basil remember to add 3 ½ times the amount of dry basil.
• I would suggest investing in a good garlic press for mincing or buying pre-minced garlic. You can use a knife but it’s a bit more tedious and if you’re prone to injuries it might also be a hazard to one of your fingers.

Storage

This garlic basil vegan aioli can be served immediately at room temperature but should be kept in the fridge. Simple store in an airtight container or glass jar that can be sealed with a lid. It will keep for 3-4 days.

But, don’t expect it to last that long.

More Amazing Vegan Sauce Recipes

Check out this delicious list of sauces that will blow your mind.

• Easy Vegan Chipotle Aioli
• Vegan Sriracha Mayo
• The Best Vegan Marinara Sauce
• Homemade Vegan BBQ Sauce

For a complete list of salad dressings, sauces, and condiments click here to see EVERYTHING!

I hope you enjoy this Garlic Basil Vegan Aioli. Please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

NOTE: Salt is not included in nutrition info as it is an “as needed” ingredient.

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