Sun-Dried Tomato and Walnut Aioli
This Sun-Dried Tomato and Walnut Aioli is a Mediterranean-inspired twist on a classic sauce. Smooth, creamy, and packed with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and toasted walnuts, it’s perfect for adding bold flavor to sandwiches, grilled veggies, or roasted meats.
Ingredients
Aioli Ingredients
- ½ cup walnuts toasted for deeper flavor
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed, drained
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- ½ cup mayonnaise high-quality, full-fat recommended
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for blending
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Toast the walnuts. Preheat a small pan over medium heat (about 175°C / 350°F). Add the walnuts and stir gently for about 5 minutes, or until they become fragrant and lightly browned. Be careful not to burn them. Let them cool.
- Combine ingredients. In a blender or food processor, add the toasted walnuts, drained sun-dried tomatoes, garlic cloves, mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
- Blend until smooth. Pulse the mixture a few times to break down the tomatoes and walnuts, then blend on medium speed. Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired. The aioli should be thick yet smooth.
Notes
Chef’s Tips:
- For a lighter version, replace half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- If you want a coarser texture, pulse briefly rather than blending thoroughly.
- To intensify the garlic flavor, add one extra clove or a pinch of garlic powder.
Nutrition
Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 362mgPotassium: 341mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.4gVitamin A: 251IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg
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