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Home » Condiment » Basil Mayonnaise (Aioli)

Published: Jun 15, 2016 · Modified: Jun 7, 2023 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Basil Mayonnaise (Aioli)

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A bowl filled with basil aioli.

Basil Mayonnaise also called Basil Aioli is a perfect way to add extra flavor to any sandwich or wrap. This easy-to-make spread is made with just two simple ingredients; fresh basil and mayonnaise. 

Whip up a batch of this tasty mayo in just 5 minutes!

A bowl filled with basil aioli.
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Basil mayo
Key ingredients
Step-by-step directions
Recipe tips
Basil Mayonnaise

Basil mayo

You are going to love this Basil Mayonnaise!

Basil happens to be one of my favorite fresh herbs. I make sure to grow several plants in my garden every summer. It brings me great joy to add fresh basil to pasta dishes and salads. Oh, and let's not forget about the abundance of pesto I whip up! But when I have extra basil on hand, I love using it to create this deliciously flavored mayonnaise.

The best part? It's incredibly quick and easy to make. Just a few simple steps and you'll have a mayonnaise bursting with the wonderful flavor of basil. It's a fantastic addition to any sandwich, wrap, or even as a dressing for salads. You could even try it in these delightful turkey wraps!

My daughter loves this on her sandwiches during the summertime. We make it every chance we get.

Cutting fresh basil.

Another tasty flavored mayonnaise we make is this chipotle mayonnaise! Both would be delicious set out on a sandwich bar.

Key ingredients

A bowl of mayonnaise next to a bunch of fresh basil.

Ingredients

This section reviews the best ingredients and substitutions for this recipe. For an exact list of ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card below.

  • Mayonnaise - Use any type of mayo that you have on hand. It can be a regular mayo or a low-fat mayo.
  • Basil - Use fresh leaves and you can also include a bit of the stem

Step-by-step directions

  • Place mayonnaise and fresh basil in a food processor
  • Pulse until the basil is well pureed
  • Use a spatula to scrape down the sides several times until everything is well mixed
Basil and mayo in a food processor.
Basil mayo in a food processor with a red spatula.

Recipe tips

  • Use your favorite type of mayonnaise
  • Scrape down sides with a spatula several times during the processing
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days
  • The flavors will continue to develop as the mayonnaise sits
Basil mayonnaise spread on a piece of bread.

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Basil Mayonnaise

Kathy
Mayonnaise with fresh basil. Perfect for sandwiches or wrap.
5 from 15 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Cup
Calories 95 kcal

Equipment

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves

Instructions
 

  • Put mayonnaise and basil leaves into a food processor.
  • Pulse until basil is well mixed and in fine pieces.
  • Use in any place you would normally use mayonnaise.

Notes

  • Use your favorite type of mayonnaise
  • Scrape down sides with a spatula several times during the processing
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days
  • The flavors will continue to develop as the mayonnaise sits

Nutritional Disclaimer:

Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and should only be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. To obtain the most precise nutritional information in a provided recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the exact ingredients you are using when preparing the recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 95kcalFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 88mgPotassium: 7mgVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword Basil, Basil Mayonnaise
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  1. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    August 04, 2017 at 7:01 am

    5 stars
    I would put this on everything! As a matter fact - I will!!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      August 04, 2017 at 7:14 am

      Me too! It adds so much amazing flavor!

      Reply
  2. Dianna says

    March 23, 2017 at 2:12 pm

    How long does it last in the fridge?

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      March 23, 2017 at 5:13 pm

      I've kept this basil mayonnaise for two weeks in the fridge.

      Reply
  3. Ami@NaiveCookCooks says

    June 22, 2016 at 12:55 am

    Kathy!!! This is such a UNIQUE recipe!! I have never heard of basil mayo but now I can think of so many places I will be using it!! SUPERB!!!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      June 22, 2016 at 5:19 am

      Thanks so much! It is a great way to add extra flavor!

      Reply
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