How to Make Basil Mayonnaise
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 cups
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Calories
64 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
How to Make Basil Mayonnaise
Description
How to Make Basil Mayonnaise combines mayonnaise with generous amounts of fresh basil leaves and lemon juice to create a bright and creamy sauce. The basil is processed with the mayo until the mixture is pale green with tiny visible flecks, which lends fresh herbal undertones without overpowering the mayonnaise's richness.
This mayonnaise has a smooth texture that thickens after chilling. Adding garlic and lemon zest is optional and can enhance the flavor with subtle pungency and citrus notes. Salt is adjusted to taste to balance the flavors.
This basil mayonnaise pairs well with sandwiches, wraps, grilled vegetables, or as a dip. Its fresh basil character makes it a pleasant variation on plain mayonnaise, especially during basil’s peak season.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cups basil leaves, lightly packed
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp lemon zest, optional
- 1 clove garlic optional
Instructions
- Put mayonnaise, fresh basil leaves, and lemon juice in a food processor or blender (also add the garlic and lemon zest if you are using.) Note: If you are doing a small batch it helps to have a smaller sized machine.
- Blend, scraping down the sides of the bowl as necessary, until the mayo is pale green and the basil has been incorporated. There will still be small flecks of basil visible. If there are any larger pieces, keep blending.
- Add salt to taste, and adjust any of the ingredients to your liking. Blend in more basil, salt, or lemon juice if you like.
- Chill the mayo before using, it will thicken as it chills. Use within a week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2cups
Amount Per Serving
Calories 64 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Tbsp | |
| Calories | 64kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 4mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 59mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 9mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 112IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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