Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise (opt for a smooth one like Sir Kensington’s or Just Mayo)
- 2 large garlic cloves (fresh and firm for maximum flavor)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from a juicy lemon—avoid bottled for better zest)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (fine sea salt dissolves quickest)
Instructions
- Handle the garlic: Peel the two large cloves carefully. I like to chop them small with a knife for even distribution, or use a press if I want it finer. Letting it sit exposed for a couple minutes tones down the raw sharpness if that’s your preference.
- Extract the lemon juice: Halve a fresh lemon and squeeze 1 tablespoon worth. I roll it on the counter first to loosen the insides, making it easier to get every drop without seeds slipping in.
- Gather in the bowl: Place the 1/2 cup of vegan mayonnaise in your bowl as the foundation. Drop the prepared garlic, lemon juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in next.
- Stir it up: Use a spoon to blend everything until it’s creamy and consistent—about 20-40 seconds of mixing does it. The lemon helps the mayo loosen and incorporate smoothly. Give it a taste at this point; a tiny bit more salt can tweak it if the garlic dominates.
- Allow flavors to meld: If you can, pop it in the fridge for a quick 5-minute chill. This step isn’t mandatory, but it lets the ingredients settle together for a more rounded profile.
- Ready to go: Scoop it out or store as needed. The whole process clocks in under five minutes, leaving you with a fresh batch.
Notes
- Pick vegan mayo without added sugars to let garlic lead the taste.
- Crush garlic with salt first—it helps break it down and seasons evenly.
- Fresh lemon juice is key; its enzymes react with mayo for better bind.
- Mix at room temp for lump-free results—cold mayo resists blending.
- If scaling for a crowd, prepare in batches to maintain creaminess.
- Let it sit 10 minutes if garlic feels too strong; time softens it.
- Store in glass over plastic to avoid flavor absorption.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp (about 30g)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg