Heart-Healthy Chipotle Aioli
Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Chipotle Aioli, a flavorful twist on traditional aioli that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Made with rich avocado oil and creamy plain Greek yogurt, this recipe skips heavy mayonnaise in favor of heart-friendly ingredients packed with beneficial fats and protein. Smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce provide a bold kick, balanced perfectly with zesty lemon juice, a touch of honey, and aromatic smoked paprika. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make condiment is perfect for dipping, spreading, or drizzling over your favorite dishes. Whether you’re meal prepping or enhancing tonight’s dinner, the bold and tangy flavors of this aioli are sure to impress. Healthy and homemade, this chipotle aioli is your new go-to for guilt-free indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup avocado oil
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by finely mincing the garlic cloves. This will help incorporate the garlic evenly into the aioli.
In a medium mixing bowl, add the plain Greek yogurt. This serves as the creamy base of the aioli, providing a tangy flavor while being lower in fat compared to traditional mayonnaise.
Add the minced garlic to the bowl with the Greek yogurt. Stir well to ensure the garlic is evenly distributed.
Next, measure out and add the avocado oil to the bowl. Avocado oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health.
Add a tablespoon of chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. If you prefer less heat, start with half a tablespoon and adjust as needed.
Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice, which will add brightness and help balance the heat of the chipotle peppers.
Measure and add the honey, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper to the mixture. The smoked paprika enhances the smoky flavor, while salt and pepper round out the taste.
Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. The aioli should be creamy with a slightly runny consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. If you'd like more heat, add a bit more chipotle pepper or adobo sauce.
Transfer the aioli to a serving dish or an airtight container. If not serving immediately, refrigerate for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
628 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.1 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 755 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
