Lemon Garlic Aioli
This shortcut garlic aioli makes everything better! It's fresh, customizable, and bursting with zippy lemon and garlicky flavors. This creamy recipe has been carefully tested and perfected to strike just the right flavor notes, accompanied by simple tips, easy variations, and delicious serving ideas to help you elevate everyday meals with confidence!
Servings 1 cup
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1½ tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup mayonnaise (see Notes for yogurt/sour cream)
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp EACH paprika, dried dill (or 2 tsps fresh dill)
- 1/4 tsp EACH salt, pepper
Instructions
- Stir the garlic and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Let it rest for 15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Meanwhile, you can measure the remaining ingredients into a second bowl or wait to add them to the lemon/garlic after 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, add the remaining ingredients and stir until combined. Time permitting, refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Season with additional salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
Notes
Yogurt: This recipe is FABULOUS with Greek yogurt or sour cream instead of mayonnaise/or a combination of half mayonnaise and either yogurt or sour cream—just don't call the alternate version aioli!