Basil Spread for Sandwiches

Submitted by jennifer in new jer

"This basil spread is great on sandwiches instead of using plain mayo. The Wholefoods market I go to uses it on some of their sandwiches but I have not made it myself. The recipe comes from their "American Summer Style" recipe booklet. In the booklet it is used on their grilled veggie sandwich but I have had it on their salmon sandwich among many others and it is very good."

 

• Ready In: 10mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 2

ingredients

• 2 -3 large garlic cloves, peeled
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 1⁄4 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

directions

1. mash garlic with salt.
2. blend with the mayo, lemon juice and basil.
3. chill until ready to serve.

Reviews

[Homey]

This was really good. I used oregano instead of basil. I couldn't resist sorry I really love oregano. I loved the zest from the lemon. I spread this on a turkey sandwich. Thanks for the post.

 

[Chef likestocook]

This is my 2nd year of growing herbs so I am still looking for special ways to use them. I loved this recipe as it helped me to use my basil and was not any trouble. I really did not measure so I probably did not use the full cup of mayo and used all of the basil that I had picked so I had more of it. I did not use any salt. I put it on a slice of sourdough bread and then put sliced tomatoes and sliced chicken breast 15580. I then put shredded mozzarella on top and broiled. It was sooooo yummy! Thanks so much for getting me started on a great way to use my fresh basil.

 

[Julie Bs Hive]

I made this as posted and thought it wonderful on my sandwich. It's good and garlicky and gave the sandwich an extra kick. TFS.

 

[Lynne the Pirate Queen]

Very nice change from plain ol' mayo, and a nice use of fresh basil. I actually used this tonight not on a sandwich, but spread on some tilapia that I then coated with breadcrumbs and baked. It added a lovely, fresh flavor to the fish. My only question about the recipe is the amount of lemon juice called for -- how DOES one calculate 1/4 of a tablespoon? I suspect the actual amount is supposed to be 1 1/4 TEASPOON, but I went ahead and used one full tablespoon. The flavor was wonderful nevertheless. I think this would be an ideal spread for a tomato/mozzarella sandwich... mmmmm.... guess I have to go buy some good cheese now!