This low-calorie Garlic Greek Yogurt Aioli is basically a garlic yogurt sauce that can be swapped in for high-fat garlic aioli. The creamy texture, tangy flavor and bold garlic make it just as delicious as traditional aioli sauce but with one-quarter of the calories!

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Why We Love This Light and Healthy All-Purpose Aioli Recipe

This 5-minute recipe for Greek Yogurt Aioli has countless uses! It is the perfect healthier condiment for dipping and spreading in place of full-fat mayonnaise or regular aioli.

Just like traditional aioli sauce made with raw egg yolk and oil, this healthier Greek Yogurt-based alternative is the perfect addition to burgers and sandwiches, to serve with oven fries or to accompany steamed mussels.

Recipe Highlights

  • Low Calorie: While regular aioli has 194 calories per 2-tablespoon serving, this low-calorie version has only 57 calories for 2 tablespoons!
  • Classic Aioli Taste and Creamy Texture: We used a small amount of real mayonnaise. Just enough to give it classic taste! The Greek Yogurt gives it plenty of creamy texture.
  • Bold and Tangy Garlic Flavor: We added in fresh garlic, tangy vinegar (or lemon juice) and a little salt to balance it all out.
  • Adaptable: Can be used as a base for many flavorful variations such as remoulade, rouille or tarragon aioli. See more variations to try here.

Ingredients For This Garlic Yogurt Aioli Sauce

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  • Greek Yogurt: You can use either full-fat, reduced-fat or fat-free greek yogurt. I like to use fat free for the biggest calorie saving.
  • Mayonnaise: To give the aioli an authentic taste it is important to add just a little mayonnaise. This adds a little fat which helps with the taste and mouthfeel. It also adds the essential aioli flavor.
  • White Wine Vinegar: This adds acidity. We liked this a bit better than the version with fresh lemon juice, but either work.
  • Garlic: I added in 1 clove raw garlic. You can also try this with a little pureed roasted garlic confit.
  • Salt: to balance the acidity, it also needs a little salt

Instructions

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Combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic, vinegar (or lemon) and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.

Greek Yogurt aioli in a small serving dish and the white mixing bowl

FAQs and Expert Tips For Garlic Yogurt Sauce

How long does it last?

Keep this in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Stir well before using.

How to store

Transfer to a pint jar, cover and refrigerate. Alternatively, transfer to a resealable container.

Serving Suggestions

Variations To Try

  • Add 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon or 1 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon. This flavor combo is especially delicious when served with steak frites.
  • Add 1 to 2 teaspoons Sriracha to give it a spicy kick.
  • Add 1 to 2 tablespoons horseradish and serve with beef tenderloin.
  • Add 1 each tablespoon of coarse ground mustard and relish for a light tartar to serve with cocktail shrimp.
  • Add saffron and roasted garlic to make this into a delicious low-fat rouille.
  • Turn into a spicy low-fat remoulade by adding in coarse spicy mustard, Cajun seasoning, horseradish and a little pickle juice.
Greek Yogurt Sauce in a small bowl with a plate of steak fries

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Greek Yogurt Sauce in a small bowl with a plate of steak fries

Garlic Greek Yogurt Aioli Sauce

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Description

This low-calorie Garlic Greek Yogurt Aioli is basically a garlic yogurt sauce that can be swapped in for high-fat garlic aioli. The creamy texture, tangy flavor and bold garlic make it just as delicious as traditional aioli sauce but with one-quarter of the calories!

Ingredients

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  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 3/4 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Whisk garlic, yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and salt in a medium bowl.

Notes

Storage and Leftovers

Transfer to a pint jar or resealable container, cover and refrigerate. 

Keep this in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Stir well before using.

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: na
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 57 calories
  • Sugar: 0 grams
  • Fat: 6 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 1 gram
  • Fiber: 0 grams
  • Protein: 1 gram

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