This Vegan Chipotle Lime Aioli is one of my absolute favorite recipes.
It is so simple, yet packs so much flavor. It is easy to adjust the spice level to your liking, and the best part is it is dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free!
I love taking garnishes like aioli and making them vegan. For years, I suffered through many a restaurant meal with all the garnishes removed in order to make it vegan. This Chipotle Aioli goes out to every bland taco I have ever eaten.
For more delicious Mexican-inspired vegan dips and sauces, try these:
- Vegan Mexican Street Corn Dip
- Vegan Avocado Lime Crema
- Easy Corn Salsa
- Homemade Guacamole
- Easy Mango Salsa
Why You’ll Love This Chipotle Lime Aioli
- Super quick – This aioli comes together in just 5 minutes with just a bowl and a fork. No blender, no special skills.
- Tons of flavor – Packed with flavor and just the right amount of heat, this aioli is a great addition to any Mexican-inspired meal.
- Control yourself – You can easily increase or decrease the heat on this one. Go wild.
Ingredients for Vegan Chipotle Lime Aioli
- Vegan Mayo – Any vegan mayo works, just make sure to check for any specific allergens you may be avoiding.
- Lime Juice – This aioli is heavy on the lime as it helps to balance the heat of the paprika.
- Spices – Garlic powder and smoked paprika are the only spices needed to round out these flavors. As always, don’t forget the salt and pepper.
How to Make Vegan Chipotle Lime Aioli
Are you ready for this?… It is really complicated….
Just add everything into a bowl and mix. That’s it. Mix it with a fork or whisk to ensure no clumps of vegan mayo remain. But really, that’s all there is to it.
Serve atop your favorite tacos like these Roasted Cauliflower Tacos or Crunchy Chickpea Tacos. Enjoy!
Try this Mexican Street Corn Salad that uses this Chipotle Lime Aioli as an ingredient.
How to Store Vegan Chipotle Lime Aioli
- Fridge: This aioli will last 3-5 days in the fridge when stored in an air-tight container.
More Tips for Making Vegan Chipotle Lime Aioli
- Not Vegan? Use regular mayo or use this to garnish any Mexican-inspired dish with meat or even eggs.
- Gluten-free? This one is for you! Ensure your mayo choice is gluten-free and you are all set.
- Want more spice? Add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper for more kick.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chipotle Lime Aioli
1. Is aioli sauce vegan?
Traditionally, aioli sauces contain mayo which has eggs in it, making it not vegan. BUT it might be dairy-free if it does not also contain milk.
2. Is this aioli gluten-free?
Yes! Most vegan mayo brands are gluten-free and I have used one of them here, but double check your choice!
3. Can you freeze aioli sauce?
You can technically do whatever you want, no one is going to stop you. I haven’t tried freezing this sauce personally, but if you want to try it, let me know how it goes!
Vegan Chipotle Lime Aioli
Equipment
- Fork or whisk
Ingredients
- ½ cup vegan mayo
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Just add everything into a bowl and mix. That's it. Mix it with a fork or whisk to ensure no clumps of mayo remain.
- Serve atop your favorite tacos or salad and enjoy!
Notes
- Not Vegan? Use regular mayo
- Gluten-free? This one is for you! Ensure your mayo choice is gluten-free and you are all set.
- Want more spice? Add 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper for more kick.
Nutrition
Please note, while all ingredients used in this recipe have been verified to be vegan and free of applicable allergens at the time of recipe creation, different brands may differ in their ingredients or processing procedures and may change their ingredients at any time. For some recipes, I do include ingredients that are processed in a facility that processes other allergens. Please make sure to check the ingredients and processing procedures for your specific purchases to ensure they meet your dietary needs.
Last Updated on February 14, 2025
This aioli is so easy and so delicious. I love being able to control the spice level. I use this on tacos, taco salads, quesadillas, casseroles, everything!
Nice blend of flavours in this one – zesty and perfect for my taco recipe.