Heart-Healthy Classic Homemade Aioli
Delight your taste buds with this **Heart-Healthy Classic Homemade Aioli**, a lighter twist on the beloved Mediterranean condiment. Crafted with **extra virgin olive oil**, **low-fat Greek yogurt**, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this guilt-free recipe balances creamy richness with tangy freshness. The inclusion of garlic, mellowed to perfection, adds a robust flavor depth, while a touch of **Dijon mustard** creates a smooth, emulsified texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile aioli is not only easy but also perfect as a dip, spread, or accompaniment to **grilled vegetables**, roasted meats, or your favorite whole-grain bread. Plus, with heart-healthy fats and lower sodium, it’s a nutritious upgrade you'll feel good about enjoying. Whip up a batch today for a crowd-pleasing sauce that’s nothing short of irresistible!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Add the lemon juice to the minced garlic and allow it to sit for 5 minutes. This helps to mellow the raw garlic's harshness.
Whisk in the Dijon mustard and salt until well combined.
Very slowly add the extra virgin olive oil, a few drops at a time initially, while whisking constantly. This is to ensure the oil emulsifies, creating a creamy texture.
Once about half of the oil has been incorporated and the mixture begins to thicken, you can start to add the oil a bit more quickly in a thin, steady stream, continuing to whisk.
After all the oil is incorporated, stir in the Greek yogurt until well mixed.
Season with black pepper to taste, adjusting the salt if necessary.
Test the aioli for acidity and balance, and add more lemon juice if desired.
Serve as a dip, spread, or accompaniment to dishes like grilled vegetables or roast meats. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.3 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.8 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1320 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.9 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 220 mg | 5% | |
*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.
