Nani's Creamy Basil Sauce

Name: Nani's Creamy Basil Sauce
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon sea salt; A pinch of black pepper

A fresh and vibrant herb sauce that makes everything taste like summer.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 18, 2026

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Prep

5 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

5 minutes

Serves

This creamy basil sauce is a total favorite in my kitchen because it adds such a bright pop of flavor to just about anything. It has that wonderful, herby freshness you get from basil, but with a smooth and rich finish that makes it feel extra special.

It is perfect for those days when you have too much basil from the garden and need something new to try besides standard pesto. I love using it as a spread on sandwiches, but it also tastes lovely as a dip for crunchy raw vegetables.

🧺 Ingredients

1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
A pinch of black pepper

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Add the fresh basil leaves, mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper into a blender or food processor.
2
Pulse the mixture until the basil is finely chopped and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
3
Taste the sauce and add an extra pinch of salt or a squeeze of lemon if you think it needs a little more brightness.
4
Serve immediately or transfer to a jar and keep it in the fridge until you are ready to use it.

💡 Tips

Store this sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. It pairs beautifully with turkey sandwiches, grilled fish, or even as a dip for roasted potato wedges.

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