Description
This Roasted Garlic Aioli is a creamy, flavorful sauce made by roasting garlic until golden and soft, then combining it with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Perfect as a dip, spread, or condiment, this aioli offers a rich garlicky depth with a citrusy kick and customizable herb garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
Roasted Garlic
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Aioli Base
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish (optional)
- Parsley or chives (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the garlic.
- Prepare Garlic: Peel away the outer layers of the garlic bulb, keeping the cloves intact. Slice off the top of the bulb to expose the garlic cloves. Place the bulb on a piece of aluminum foil, drizzle the exposed cloves with olive oil, then wrap tightly in foil.
- Roast Garlic: Roast the wrapped garlic bulb in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until the cloves become soft and golden brown.
- Cool and Mash: Remove the garlic from the oven and let it cool slightly. Squeeze the roasted cloves from their skins into a small bowl and mash with a fork until smooth and creamy.
- Mix Aioli: In a separate bowl, combine the mashed roasted garlic with mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Stir until well blended. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as preferred.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish the aioli with chopped fresh parsley or chives for extra flavor and color.
- Chill: Transfer the aioli to a serving dish or airtight container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Roast extra garlic cloves to use later as a spread or in other dishes.
- For a smoother texture, blend the aioli ingredients in a food processor or blender.
- If the aioli is too thick, thin it out with a little water or additional lemon juice.
- Remember, the aioli will thicken further after chilling, so adjust the consistency accordingly.
- Customize the flavor by adding a pinch of smoked paprika or a small amount of honey for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0.3 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
