Published:
Dec 9th 2023
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Last updated: Dec 21st 2024
Need a yummy dip for your veggies? You can't go wrong with this Roasted Garlic Aioli recipe. The roasted garlic and cashews add sweetness, nuttiness, and creaminess, while the nutritional yeast adds a cheesiness that makes eating veggies much tastier. The Dijon mustard and lemon juice also balance the aioli out with some heat and acidity; it's a party in your mouth.
Moreover, this roasted garlic aioli is vegan-friendly as we used no mayonnaise. Serve with toasted crusty bread, fresh veggies, or our Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries.
You'll love this roasted garlic aioli because it's rich, creamy, and full of roasted garlic flavor, yet completely vegan. It's versatile and pairs perfectly with veggies, bread, and more.
The best part? It's healthy and easy to make!
- Roast the garlic until it's golden and soft for the best flavor. Don't rush the process; it brings out the sweetness.
- Soak the cashews for at least 2 hours or overnight to achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
- If the aioli is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time to thin it to your desired consistency.
- Add a pinch of smoked paprika for a subtle smoky flavor.
- Swap cashews with sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
- Use lime juice instead of lemon for a slightly different citrus flavor.
- Add a touch of chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
- You can use roasted almonds or macadamia nuts if you don’t have cashews.
Store the leftover roasted garlic aioli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before serving as the ingredients may separate slightly. You can also freeze it for up to a month, although the texture may change slightly after thawing.
- Garlic: Roasted to bring out its natural sweetness and rich flavor.
- Olive Oil: Adds richness and helps roast the garlic to perfection.
- Raw Cashews: Soaked and blended to create a creamy, mayo-free base.
- Water: Helps blend the ingredients smoothly.
- Dijon Mustard: Adds a subtle tang and enhances the flavor.
- Nutritional Yeast: Brings a cheesy flavor without any dairy.
- Lemon Juice: Adds acidity to balance out the richness.
- Salt and Pepper: For seasoning and enhancing all the flavors.
What is roasted garlic aioli made of?
Roasted garlic aioli is made of garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, raw cashews, water, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast and lemon juice.
What is the difference between aioli and garlic aioli?
There is no difference between the two; the names refer to the same condiment.
Is garlic aoili healthy?
Yes, it is. It is low in calories and low in saturated fats. Furthermore, since we use cashews instead of mayo, this aioli contains a lot of heart-healthy fats compared to traditional garlic aioli.
Is aoili high in cholesterol?
No, it's not.
Time & Serves
Ingredients
1 head Garlic
2 teaspoons Olive Oil
Pinch Salt
Pinch Pepper
1 cup Raw Cashews
3/4 cup Water
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Nutritional Yeast
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
Pinch Salt
Pinch Pepper
Toasted Crusty Bread, sliced (Optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 °F.
Trim the head of garlic so that the tops of the cloves are exposed. Drizzle with olive oil and top with salt and pepper.
Wrap in aluminum foil and bake in a baking dish for 30 minutes. Allow it to cool.
Squeeze out the garlic cloves, and add them to a blender. Add raw cashews, water, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Blend until creamy and smooth.
Serve at room temperature with sliced, toasted crusty bread.
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