5.0 from 6 votes
Vegan Garlic Aioli (Oil-Free!)
This creamy, egg-free aioli is easy to make and so flavorful. Spread it on sandwiches & wraps, or try it as a dipping sauce!
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 (2-Tbsp. servings)
Calories: 92 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Vegan , gluten-free
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 cup water
- 3 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 2-3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/8 kala namak (black salt)
Herbs to pulse in (optional):
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, cilantro, parsley, dill, chives
Instructions
- Soak cashews: Place cashews in a heat-safe bowl. Pour hot water over the top until cashews are submerged. Set aside and let soak for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse when finished.
- Blend: Place all ingredients in a small high-speed blender. (I use a NutriBullet.) Blend for about 30 seconds or until smooth.
- Adjust: For a thinner sauce, add more water 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is achieved. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Add more salt, garlic, lemon, etc.
- Herbs (optional): If using fresh herbs, add them to the blender after blending your aioli. Then pulse a few times to incorporate.
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Notes
- Yield: Recipe makes about 1 heaping cup sauce.
- Storing: Store aioli in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator. (It will thicken as it chills.) I find it keeps for about 1 week but use your best judgement.
- Garlic: Add even more if you love the flavor. Roasted garlic would be tasty as well.
Nutrition Information
Calories
92kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Potassium
118mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
2IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
3mg
(3%)
Calcium
10mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8(2-Tbsp. servings)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 92
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 92kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Potassium | 118mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.