Italian basil mayo is a really easy way to jazz up store-bought mayonnaise and make anything it is used with taste amazing. This basil mayonnaise starts with store-bought mayo then garlic, basil, and lemon are added for the most delicious addition to sandwiches or meats.

Italian basil mayonnaise is a really simple and delicious way to enjoy mayonnaise on your favorite sandwiches. This basil mayo also makes an incredible dip too.
I love adding this basil mayo to my hamburger recipe, turkey patties and chorizo and pork burger. It also makes a great dip for potatoes or veggies.
This easy basil mayo not only tastes great but it can be made in minutes! If you are not into making your own aioli or homemade mayonnaise, then this garlicky basil mayonnaise is for you.
You can use this basil mayo in any recipe that calls for aioli or mayonnaise.
The ingredients
- Mayonnaise (regular or low fat): The star of the recipe.
- Fresh lemon: This lightens the mayo and adds flavor.
- Fresh basil: The Italian flavor in this recipe.
- Garlic: Make sure to use fresh if you can. The flavor is so much better in this mayo.
How to make

- Add ingredients to a medium bowl: This is the lemon, mayo, garlic and basil.
- Mix well: Mix until creamy and smooth.
How To Use
- Use it on a BLT, a rotisserie chicken sandwich, or an Italian roast beef sandwich.
- Use it as a delicious dip for fries.
- Use it as a dip for your crudite platter.
- Use it as a dip for chips.
- Or anything else that requires a delicious punch of flavor.
Variations
- Make it dairy-free: This basil mayonnaise can be made dairy-free or lighter by substituting the ingredients accordingly. For dairy-free, use a dairy-free mayo.
- Make it healthier: For a lighter basil mayo, use a low-fat mayonnaise.
Storage
This basil mayonnaise can be stored in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to one week. It probably will not last that long because it is so good 🙂
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Basil Mayonnaise
Ingredients
- 1 cup regular fat mayonnaise You can substitute with low fat or dairy free mayonnaise
- 1 small lemon juiced or ½ of a large lemon juiced
- 2 tablespoon fresh basil chopped finely
- 1 clove garlic minced very fine
Instructions
- In a large bowl add your mayonnaise1 cup regular fat mayonnaise
- Now add your fresh squeezed lemon juice and mix well1 small lemon juiced
- Next add your chopped basil and garlic and mix well2 tablespoon fresh basil, 1 clove garlic minced very fine
- Use immediately or refrigerate covered for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
Nutrition Values are estimates only.
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Bethel says
This basil Mayo is exactly what I was looking for! It was very easy to make and so delicious on our sandwiches.
Melissa says
I am so glad to hear that 🙂