Vegan Aioli 3 Ways

Aioli is a classic French dip similar to garlic mayonnaise which is easy to make plant-based. We’ll show you three vegan aioli recipes you can make at home!

Aioli has been a staple of southern French cuisine. Traditionally pared with seasonal vegetables for dipping, this garlicky mayonnaise condiment is served in large quantities to friends and family on Fridays, historically a meatless day in Provence. 

It’s easy to make vegan versions of their delicious dip by substituting the egg-based mayonnaise. Here we have three vegan aioli variations which all have that creamy traditional consistency. Once prepared, they will last up to 1 week when stored in the fridge. 

Vegan Aioli with Tofu

Vegan aioli can easily be made by using tofu as a mayonnaise substitute. Here’s how to do it: 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup tofu, drained
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 handful fresh parsley, minced
• 2 tsp mustard
• 1 lime, juice and zest
• 4 tbsp olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a blender, and mix until creamy. 

Aquafaba Vegan Aioli

Skip the mayonnaise and make vegan aioli using aquafaba, otherwise known as chickpea water. 

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp aquafaba (chickpea water)
• 2 tsp mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 lime, juice and zest
• 1 cup avocado oil
• 2 tbsp agave nectar or maple syrup
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix all the ingredients together in a blender until you have a creamy texture.

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No Oil Cashew Aioli

If you’re looking for an oil-free alternative, you can use cashews to achieve a similar result. 

Ingredients:

• 2 cup raw cashews
• 1½ cup water
• 2 tsp mustard
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 lime, juice and zest
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions: 

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until a creamy consistency is reached. 

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