Step 1

Rinse and dry the basil leaves (a salad spinner works well).

Step 2

Add the salt, honey, mustard, shallot, and basil in a food processor or blender. Pulse several times, to combine.

Step 3

Scrape the sides of the blender down with a spatula. Add the vinegar and pulse again.

Step 4

With the blender or processor on low, slowly pour in the olive oil into the bowl or container.

Step 5

Once all of the olive oil has been blended in, turn off the processor or blender. Scrape the sides down again Add the mayonnaise, cover, and pulse again until the mayonnaise has also been fully incorporated into the dressing.