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Basil Mayonnaise is a perfect way to add extra flavor to any sandwich or wrap.
You are going to love this Basil Mayonnaise!
Basil is one of my favorite fresh herbs. I grow several plants in my garden every summer. I love adding fresh basil to pastas and salads. I also make a ton of pesto and when I still have an abundance I make this flavored mayonnaise.
It is quick and easy and adds a wonderful flavor to any sandwich, wrap or could even be used to make a salad dressing.
What is basil mayonnaise?
It is mayonnaise flavored with fresh basil. It is also called basil aioli.
My daughter loves this on her sandwiches during the summer time. We make it every chance we get.
What ingredients do I need?
Two ingredients is all this recipe takes – fresh basil and mayonnaise!
Can I make this flavored mayonnaise vegan?
You bet! You can use any type of mayonnaise to make this recipe – even vegan mayonnaise.
Mayonnaise with fresh basil. Perfect for sandwiches or wrap.
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 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.
To make a perfect sandwich you might try:
46 Comments
annie@ciaochowbambina
August 4, 2017 at 7:01 amI would put this on everything! As a matter fact – I will!!
Kathy
August 4, 2017 at 7:14 amMe too! It adds so much amazing flavor!
Dianna
March 23, 2017 at 2:12 pmHow long does it last in the fridge?
Kathy
March 23, 2017 at 5:13 pmI’ve kept this basil mayonnaise for two weeks in the fridge.
Ami@NaiveCookCooks
June 22, 2016 at 12:55 amKathy!!! 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!!!
Kathy
June 22, 2016 at 5:19 amThanks so much! It is a great way to add extra flavor!
Nicole @ Young, Broke and Hungry
June 21, 2016 at 9:13 amI can imagine this basil mayonnaise taste amazing slathered on just about anything.
Kathy
June 22, 2016 at 5:19 amIt really does!
Rahul @samosastreet.com
June 20, 2016 at 3:54 pmI just love the flavor of fresh basil. I am sure it will do magic when mixed in mayo
Kathy
June 21, 2016 at 5:42 amFresh basil is the best!
annie@ciaochowbambina.com
June 20, 2016 at 2:24 pmSometimes the simplest recipes make the biggest impact! Love this basil mayo, my friend!
Kathy
June 21, 2016 at 5:42 amIt is simply delicious!
Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen
June 18, 2016 at 9:11 amI love simple fixes to jazz something up, Kathy – and this is a brilliant idea. I have tons of basil growing – I’m making this this weekend! Thanks for the great idea. I wonder if cilantro would work too – I’ve got tons of that growing too.
Kathy
June 19, 2016 at 4:31 amI think cilantro would work! Let me know how it turns out. I think I need to give it a try too!
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices
June 17, 2016 at 4:30 pmWe love basil here, too, but this year we already lost two plants, one regular and one thai basil. Guess it rained too much. Now we’ve planted a third one, with very small leaves, and it seems to be doing fine. Would love to try your basil mayonnaise. Looks and sounds awesome!
Kathy
June 19, 2016 at 4:33 amThere are so many varieties of basil. I hope you have success with this third plant!
Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen
June 17, 2016 at 6:40 amAbsolutely loving the idea of making basil mayonnaise. Looks so wonderful and delicious.
Kathy
June 19, 2016 at 4:37 amIt’s so simple to make too!
Jess @ Sweetest Menu
June 16, 2016 at 8:20 pmOooh way to take mayonnaise to the next level! This looks wonderful Kathy!
Kathy
June 19, 2016 at 5:31 pmBasil just steps everything up a notch!
Amanda
June 16, 2016 at 10:54 amThere’s nothing like the smell of fresh basil growing in the summer. I love putting it in iced tea too. I would have this on every sandwich!
Kathy
June 16, 2016 at 8:16 pmBasil would be great in iced tea!
mira
June 16, 2016 at 8:03 amLove basil! This is such a great idea! Pinned to try it!
Kathy
June 16, 2016 at 8:17 pmBasil is so fresh tasting.
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary
June 16, 2016 at 6:27 amFresh basil is one of my favorite herbs too, Kathy! I love that you used it to flavor mayonnaise! I bet this adds so much pizzaz to everything! Love it!
Kathy
June 19, 2016 at 5:31 pmYou are right! I love that word….pizzaz! 🙂
Jess @ What Jessica Baked Next
June 16, 2016 at 5:49 amLove this basil mayo! Looks and sounds delicious, Kathy! Definitely need to give this a try soon! 🙂
Kathy
June 16, 2016 at 6:07 amYou will be amazed at how much flavor it adds to any sandwich.
David @ Spiced
June 16, 2016 at 4:34 amWhat a fun idea, Kathy! I’ve never thought about mixing basil into mayo. I bet you could do the same with pesto to make a creamy sandwich spread. We make a TON of pesto every year, too, and then I freeze it in ice cube trays for easy use in cooking. Thanks for the idea on this one!
Kathy
June 16, 2016 at 5:34 amThat would be delicious!
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
June 16, 2016 at 4:23 amWhat a great way to use basil Kathy! It’ll be perfect on my next BLT! Thanks for sharing!
Kathy
June 16, 2016 at 5:34 amOn a BLT! Yum!
allie @ Through Her Looking Glass
June 15, 2016 at 7:43 pmI sure do love basil mayo, Kathy. The first time I had it was at the Stonewall Kitchen cafe in York, Maine. And it was on the best sandwich ever with thick slabs of cherry smoked BACON. Gah. Love your recipe and that it uses fresh basil. Mine is going crazy right now, can’t wait to try your recipe.
Kathy
June 16, 2016 at 5:35 amOne of the best things about growing basil is you can pick several leaves and the plant keeps going!
Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks
June 15, 2016 at 9:44 amI always have basil in my garden and end up with more than I need. Pesto is always a great way to use it, but I love the idea of basil mayo! It sounds delicious and another perfect way to use up some fresh basil!
Kathy
June 15, 2016 at 5:23 pmBasil always seems like feast or famine! You either have tons or none at all.
Kim | Low Carb Maven
June 15, 2016 at 9:34 amI love this combination, Kathy. It’s so simple but I bet amazing and the photos of your sandwich and beautiful loaves of bread are killing me. Just lovely! Thanks for sharing this yummy recipe!
Kathy
June 15, 2016 at 5:23 pmI need to make a low carb version of bread just for you!
Balvinder
June 15, 2016 at 8:00 amI love basil mayo,its taste great. I also add little bit of honey.
Kathy
June 15, 2016 at 5:24 pmHoney! I’ll need to give that a try.
Natanja
June 15, 2016 at 7:19 amLove the idea of adding fresh basil to mayo. It’s simple but I bet it makes it worlds better. Perfect for bbqs in the summer! 🙂
Kathy
June 15, 2016 at 5:24 pmIt would be great on a bbq burger!
Dawn @ Girl Heart Food
June 15, 2016 at 7:01 amI love basil, Kathy! I haven’t had much luck growing it. We recently picked up a variety of basil and hoping it’ll grow for us! What a lovely idea adding it to mayo! This would certainly make any sandwich extra special. Yum!!
Kathy
June 15, 2016 at 5:24 pmYou will need to visit your farmer’s market if your new variety doesn’t work. You need some fresh basil!
Laura ~ Raise Your Garden
June 15, 2016 at 5:50 amBig basil fan here too Kathy ~ except I go off the deep end and plant around 12 plants. But my neighbors all purge so I have to be ready for that! Fun recipe =)
Kathy
June 15, 2016 at 5:56 amIt’s the easiest of all recipes!