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Garlic Dill Aioli

Making delicious Garlic Dill  Aioli, a creamy mix of mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic and dill  only takes a few minutes and the result is a flavorful dip or spread that packs a real garlic punch.

Making delicious homemade Garlic Dill Aioli only takes a few minutes and the result is a flavorful dip or spread that packs a real garlic punch.

Creating  fresh dips, like this Garlic Dill Aioli Recipe, is something I love to do. It doesn’t take much time and experimenting with flavor combinations is a little bit like having an adventure without leaving the kitchen.

A few weeks back I made a ham for dinner and had a ton of leftovers. To use them up I made some ham cakes for my husband and son.  But the ham was smoked and cakes turned out pretty salty.  Serving the ham cakes with dill aioli sauce cut a lot of the salty taste and was just delicious!

Making delicious homemade Garlic Dill Aioli only takes a few minutes and the result is a flavorful dip or spread that packs a real garlic punch.

TIPS FOR THE BEST GARLIC DILL AIOLI:

  • Using fresh herbs is always best when the recipe calls for it. Unfortunately sometimes the grocer doesn’t carry them or they are not in season.  When this happens I use re-hydrated herbs. I just soak the amount of herbs I need it in a few drops of water and it re-hydrates to almost fresh. The smell and color were like fresh herbs, and to have herbs on hand anytime is a real treat.  You can find jars of dehydrated herbs in the spice aisle or produce section of most grocery stores.
  • Use fresh squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor and results. If lemon zest is required in the recipe, be sure to zest the lemon BEFORE squeezing it.

For the dill, I tried something new that I bought. It is dehydrated dill that comes in a jar. You just soak the amount of dill you need it in a few drops of water and it re-hydrates  to almost  fresh dill. I say almost because there really is nothing that really replaces fresh herbs. The smell and color were almost like fresh, and to have this on hand anytime is a real treat.  You can buy it in the produce section of most grocery stores. Just FYI.

Making delicious homemade Garlic Dill Aioli from scratch only takes a few minutes and the result is a flavorful dip or spread that packs a real raw garlic punch.

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I have an on-going love affair with  flavored aioli for vegetable and meat dipping and I usually mix them using mayonnaise – no, it’s not homemade mayonnaise- but nobody notices and the aioli turns out great. Theses are some variations on the basic Garlic Dill Aioli recipe:

  • To make Lemon Dill Aioli – reduce the garlic to 1 teaspoon and increase the fresh lemon juice to 1 tablespoon. This is amazing on crab cakes or salmon.
  • To make Caper Dill Aioli – make the recipe as it is, and add 1 tablespoon of capers to the mix. This is great spread on sandwiches or as a sauce for roasted veggies.

This Garlic Dill Aioli is smooth and creamy, with just enough raw garlic to be noticeable, but not so much that you will have garlic breath for hours afterward. The lemon and dill add a freshness that keeps the aioli from feeling heavy.

TOOLS USED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

  • Mixing Bowl – this is the essential 3-piece glass mixing bowl set for every home cook!
  • Mini Serving Bowl – made in France from tempered glass – great for pre-measuring recipe ingredients and serving dips or condiments.

Garlic Dill Aioli

Make Homemade Garlic Dill Aioli from scratch in only a few minutes for a flavorful dip that packs a real raw garlic punch.
4.16 from 20 votes
Prep Time :5 minutes
Total Time :5 minutes
Servings :12
Calories :137
Course :Condiment

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise light or regular
  • 1/4 cup sour cream reduced or whole fat
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 1-1/2 tsp dill minced
  • 1-1/2 tsp lemon juice fresh squeezed

Instructions 

  • In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend.

Chef Tips

*substitute real mayonnaise if you prefer the flavor to light mayonnaise
** I used reduced fat sour cream when making this recipe
*** If fresh dill is not available, use re-hydrated dill or dried dill weed (cut needed amount in half)

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Garlic Dill Aioli
Serving Size
 
1 tablespoon
Amount per Serving
Calories
137
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14.92
g
23
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.74
g
17
%
Cholesterol
 
10.33
mg
3
%
Sodium
 
122.47
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
10.49
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
0.45
g
0
%
Sugar
 
0.5
g
1
%
Protein
 
0.31
g
1
%
Vitamin A
 
41.99
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
0.4
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
7.67
mg
1
%
Iron
 
0.04
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Making delicious homemade Garlic Dill Aioli from scratch only takes a few minutes and the result is a flavorful dip or spread that packs a real raw garlic punch.

 

I’m Christine, a self-appointed foodie and almost empty-nester who is addicted to creating quick and tasty recipes that anyone can make. My goal is to give you the confidence and know-how to cook from scratch with easy, budget-friendly recipes. Welcome to my kitchen! Learn more…

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2 Comments

  1. Thank you! This is one of my favorites for spreading on sandwiches. Have a great one!

  2. Josh

    Great recipe! I was looking for one that tasted like one I had at a restaurant, and this is it. Thanks!

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