Garlic Aioli is the classic, unmistakably delicious way to dip and top a variety of your favorite foods. This incredibly fast and easy classic aioli recipe is going to add a citrusy, creamy flavor to anything it touches!

Even if you don’t love mayonnaise, you’re going to love this garlic aioli. It’s bold, bright, and oh-so-creamy… and so easy to make!

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Aioli is the ultimate dipping sauce that can be elevated in a variety of flavor profiles, so there’s something for everyone! It’s creamy, decadent, and so easy to customize!

This garlic aioli is perfect for dipping french fries, veggies, and so much more! It’s also deliciously decadent as a topping on your favorite sandwiches and burgers.

Don’t Skip These:  Try my Chipotle Aioli, Pesto Aioli, Sriracha Mayo, Avocado Mayo and Truffle Aioli for more fabulous aioli flavor variations you’re going to love!

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Garlic Aioli

This garlic aioli recipe has minimal ingredients an incredible impact on anything it touches. There’s no need to make your mayo from scratch, so it’s technically a “cheater” aioli… but just as delicious and so much faster!

Why You’ll Love this Garlic Aioli

  • Quick and Easy – So fast to make, you’ll be done in under five minutes.
  • Simple Ingredients Shine – With only four ingredients, you can whip it up anytime.
  • Fresh, Vibrant Flavor – Adds a burst of flavor to everything it touches!
  • Low Carb and Keto Friendly
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Ingredients and Substitutions

  • Mayonnaise – I like an olive oil mayonnaise here, but any kind will work. Learn how to make homemade Mayonnaise right here – so easy!
  • Lemon Juice – Fresh squeezed lemon juice is best for maximum flavor impact!
  • Garlic – Fresh minced garlic is best here so the fragrance and flavor can really shine. But if you want to buy store bought minced garlic from the produce section of your grocery store, I’ll never tell! Learn how to peel garlic here and how to mince garlic here.
  • Salt + Pepper

Variations

  • Use Garlic Confit instead of fresh garlic.
  • Or add Roasted Garlic.
  • Sub lime juice for your lemon juice for a different taste!
  • Try a lower fat mayonnaise for a healthier option.
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How to Make Aioli

  1. Combine – Using a food processor, combine ingredients until smooth.
  2. Serve – Enjoy on your favorite sandwiches, vegetables, side dishes and more!

Make More (or Less!)

Scaling up, down or substituting? You’ll love this printable Measurement Conversion Chart!

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Tips

  • Marinate – Make aioli a day in advance and keep covered in the fridge so flavors can marinate.
  • Check out this handy Garlic Conversion Guide to help with your time in the kitchen!

Recipe Shortcuts

  • Use store-bought mayonnaise.
  • Use store bought lemon juice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aioli the same as garlic mayonnaise?

It isn’t exactly the same, but very close! Aioli generally uses lemon juice for acidity, whereas traditional mayonnaise uses vinegar.

Is garlic aioli healthy?

Yes! In fact, aioli can fit into a lot of wellness and lifestyle plans, like Keto, Whole 30, low carb, etc.

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Serving Suggestions

How to Store

  • Refrigerate – Store Garlic Aioli refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.

Dietary Considerations

  • Gluten Free
  • Dairy Free
  • Nut Free
  • Vegetarian
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Easy Garlic Aioli

Garlic Aioli is the classic, unmistakably delicious way to dip and top a variety of your favorite foods. This incredibly fast and easy classic aioli recipe is going to add a citrusy, creamy flavor to anything it touches!
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Total: 5 minutes
Servings: 12
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Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Combine ingredients in food processor.
  • Turn processor on and blend until smooth aioli forms, about a minute. Turn processor off, scrape sides, process again until well combined.

Julie’s Tips

How to Store

  • Refrigerate – Store Garlic Aioli refrigerated in an airtight container for up to three days.

Variations

  • Sub lime juice for your lemon juice for a different taste!
  • Try a lower fat mayonnaise for a healthier option.
 

Recipe Tips and Shortcuts

  • Marinate – Make aioli a day in advance and keep covered in the fridge so flavors can marinate.
  • Use store-bought mayonnaise.
  • Use store bought lemon juice.
Calories: 128kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 216mg | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg

Estimated nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is not guaranteed.

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