Tangy and Creamy Avocado Mayo Recipe [Vegan, Egg Free, Dairy Free] (2024)

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People rave about this avocado mayo recipe. It's made with simple ingredients already in your cupboard...the best egg free mayo out there. Use it on your sandwich, burger, or even as a dip for your veggies.

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This avocado mayonnaise doesn't taste exactly the same to normal mayonnaise. But it IS tangy, creamy, and delicious (with even MORE flavor than regular mayo).

It's a plant based mayo recipe that's a great way to add more healthy fats to your diet and make your food taste delicious.

Tools Needed To Make Avocado Mayo

  • Immersion blender - If you don't already have an immersion blender, grab this one. It has a powerful motor which means no smoking and burning up the motor when you use it (I've tried several and that one works great).
  • Mason jar - You likely already have mason jars lying around, but if you need a few more this size works great to store dips and sauces.
  • Rubber spatula - This is a kitchen must-have. You'll be wasting food if you can't scrape the bowl clean with a rubber spatula like this one.

Ingredients for Avocado Mayo + Ingredient Substitutions

  • Avocado - You'll want to grab a large ripe avocado (soft to touch).
  • Apple cider vinegar - The vinegar will add some acidity to the mayo. Make sure it has the "mother" like this one for extra health benefits.
  • Lemon juice - The lemon juice adds some acidity and tang. Buy fresh lemons at the store, or 100% lemon juice like this one.
  • Spices - Garlic powder and onion powder add a delicious savory flavor to the avocado mayo.
  • Avocado oil - We try to avoid refined vegetable oils so I recommend avocado oil like this non-GMO avocado oil. You could also use olive oil if you'd prefer.
  • Water - The water will thin out the mayo. Add more water for a thinner mayo, less for thicker mayo.
  • Salt - Don't forget the salt to balance out the flavor.

How To Make Egg Free Avocado Mayo

The process to make this avocado mayonnaise is super simple. Throw all the ingredients into a mason jar, then blend it up using your immersion blender (I highly recommend this immersion blender).

If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a food processor or a high speed blender. You know your blender better than I do. Some of them can't do dips like this because it all just sticks to the sides.

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If you're okay with a chunkier sauce, go ahead and try to mash your avocados with a fork (and mix it all up without any blender appliance).

FAQ

  • Is avocado mayo healthy? This avocado mayo recipe is full of healthy fats from avocados and simple ingredients. It's absolutely healthy.
  • What is avocado mayo made of? I've seen egg-free mayonnaise and avocado mayonnaise options at the store, but I've been discouraged that they seem to use vegetable oils, lots of soy, and other ingredients that I try to avoid if possible. But when you make it at home you can guarantee it's made with real food ingredients and healthy avocados.
  • What's the difference between mayonnaise and avocado mayonnaise? Avocado mayonnaise like this recipe is made with an actual avocado and no eggs. Mayonnaise (like this homemade mayonnaise) is made from an egg-oil emulsion.

How To Use Your Avocado Mayonnaise

There are so many ways you can use this egg free mayo.

  • Dip some homemade protein crackers in it (like these almond flour "cheese" crackers, or these almond flour ranch crackers)
  • Use it as a dip for your baked sweet potato fries
  • Spread it on your burger, sandwich, or wrap
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Looking for more delicious homemade dips?

I'm a big fan of making sauces and salad dressings in your own kitchen. The store bought options usually have refined oils, preservatives, and excess salt and sugar that are just unnecessary.

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Tangy & Creamy Avocado Mayo

Yield: 1 cup

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Make this mayonnaise without any eggs! Use creamy avocado and simple seasonings for a delicious dip!

Ingredients

  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoon oil (avocado oil or olive oil work well)
  • ¼ cup water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Put all ingredients in mason jar
  2. Use immersion blender and blend until creamy
  3. Taste and adjust, as needed
  4. Store in mason jar in fridge

Notes

This recipe makes about 1 cup of avocado mayonnaise.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 16Serving Size: 1 Tbsp
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 37Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 38mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 1gSugar: 0gProtein: 0g

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Comments

  1. Desiree says

    Looks yummy! How long can this be stored in the fridge?

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    • Megan says

      Desiree, ours has never gone bad. But we usually eat it quickly. Probably about a week. I'd say go by look, smell, and taste.

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      • Amy says

        Will this get brown?

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  2. Shannon says

    When you say large avocado are you referring to a Hass or the larger Florida variety?

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    • Megan says

      Hi Shannon, I'm referring to the Hass avocado size. Thanks for asking!

      Reply

    • Megan says

      Sarah, A food processor would work well. Or a high speed blender. I used to have a really old blender that didn't work well with thicker sauces. So it depends what kind of blender you have. Try it and see how it goes!

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  3. Deanna says

    Hi, any idea on if this would have a lower calorie count than regular mayo? Looking up ideas for the husband and he loves mayo

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    • Megan says

      Deanna, I used an online recipe calculator and it looks like my homemade mayonnaise recipe has more calories Tablespoon for Tablespoon than this avocado mayo. The exact numbers will depend on which brand of mayo you use. Good luck!

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    • Maria says

      If you want to make it a more low cal, whole food version you can replace the oil with unsweetened vegan yogurt or something similar. That's what I'm planning to do!

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  4. Sharon says

    This recipe is sooo good !! I used a regular hand mixer .. worked fine thank you so much I’ve been on an avocado craze lately and was looking for other recipes besides guacamole to make and this is great already made 2 more jars for my daughters

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    • Megan says

      Sharon, Thanks so much for your comment. I'm so glad you're enjoying the recipe. I often find myself on an avocado craze :).

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  5. Kristy P. says

    Girrrrrrrrl this stuff is amazing! I love tangy stuff and this hits the mark! We’re using it with veggie burgers tonight. I can’t wait! Thanks so much!

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    • Megan says

      Kristy, Thanks so much for letting me know you're loving it! I love tangy sauces too. Your dinner sounds awesome. Hope it tasted great 🙂

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  6. Kerry says

    Love it !!. My new Mayonnaise

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    • Megan says

      Kerry, Love that! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply

  7. Teresa says

    Sorry, but this just didn’t do it for me. Flavors were great but the texture was way too “airy”? It seemed like it needed a more solid base. I’ll make it again but I’ll sub raw cashews for the avocado oil (which btw, like any oil in a bottle, IS a processed, refined product).

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    • Megan says

      Great idea to use cashews as the base for a different texture. Hope it's perfect for you!

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  8. Alicia says

    I had quite a few avocados and needed something to do with them. Found this recipe and made it. It’s very tasty and my husband liked it to. He isn’t real keen on avacados. But he enjoyed his wrap with this mayo. Thank you for sharing!

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  9. MRD says

    This was darn tasty! The first time I made it I used it on everything - wraps, sandwiches, chip dip, grilled chicken, hamburgers, etc - and I do mean EVERYTHING. Thanks so much for the recipe. I printed it and it now has an honored place in my favorite "go to" recipe binder!

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    • Megan Barrett says

      I'm so glad you loved it! Thanks for your comment!

      Reply

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Tangy and Creamy Avocado Mayo Recipe [Vegan, Egg Free, Dairy Free] (2024)

FAQs

What is the emulsifier in vegan mayo? ›

To make it egg-free, we're simply replacing egg yolks with aquafaba, the liquid from a can of chickpeas. Aquafaba: It's a common egg substitute because it can be whipped up to create volume. Oil: The oil is the main emulsifier in our vegan mayonnaise recipe.

How to thicken vegan mayo? ›

Oil: Just like when making regular mayonnaise, you must stream in oil to thicken the mayonnaise. I use a neutral oil like safflower or vegetable oil. Olive oil is an option, but your mayo will pick up the flavor of your olive oil, so I recommend a lighter, fruitier bottle.

Does avocado mayo have dairy? ›

Naturally Refined: Our avocado oil-based classic mayo is all natural, wholesome, and delicious for a healthy eating lifestyle, as well as Paleo and Keto friendly. Certified non-GMO, kosher, and gluten, dairy, soy and canola oil free.

Does vegan mayonnaise have egg in it? ›

Vegan mayo is made of two primary ingredients—oil and soy milk or oil. The primary ingredients for traditional mayo are oil, eggs, and seasonings. Vegan mayo is low in calories and fats, making it a perfect alternative to traditional mayo.

How to emulsify without an egg? ›

Honey and garlic paste are two of the lesser-known emulsifiers in your kitchen. The former can serve as mustard's sidekick in a dressing, or even do the job on its own; the latter is the brawn behind Catalan's allioli, a garlic-and-oil mixture that has the consistency of a super-smooth aioli, without the egg.

What is an egg substitute for emulsifier? ›

Egg emulsifiers are perhaps the easiest to replace. Plant-derived lecithins such as soya lecithin make good substitutes. Flax or chia seeds, bananas or mustard can also be used to stabilise emulsion droplets.

Why isn t my vegan mayo emulsifying? ›

I love to use it in potato salad, dressings, on sandwiches, and in Chickpea Mayo Salad. Why isn't my vegan mayo emulsifying? If your mayo isn't thickening up as expected, try adding some more oil.

Why won't my aquafaba mayonnaise thicken? ›

If you pour too fast, the mayo will not thicken. A good rule of thumb is to drizzle in the oil at the rate of about ¼ cup per minute. If you mess up, you can try again. Simply start over with the recipe up to the oil drizzling step, then drizzle ¾ cup of the "fail mayo" into the container instead of ¾ cup oil.

What is a vegan thickening agent? ›

All types of flour work well for thickening, including wheat flour, coconut flour, and chickpea flour. However, you should keep the flavor of your dish in mind when choosing a thickening agent. Coconut flour works well in dishes like Thai curries while chickpea flour melds well with bean stews.

What mayonnaise does not contain eggs? ›

Just Mayo. Just Mayo by Hampton Creek is my favorite egg free mayo. We have used it for sandwiches, potato salad, pasta salad and our own home-made dressings. It is slightly more yellow than traditional mayo, but the flavor is pretty close.

Is there a dairy-free mayo? ›

Instead of eggs, commercial vegan mayonnaise brands may use aquafaba, which is the thick liquid from cooking or soaking chickpeas. Most commercial mayo brands don't have dairy, but they may have some of these ingredients: Soybean oil. Distilled vinegar.

What is avocado mayonnaise made of? ›

Made with 100% pure avocado oil, cage-free eggs, organic vinegar, organic mustard, and spices, it's rich and slightly tangy—perfect for everyday use. Our original Classic Avocado Oil Mayo recipe, otherwise known as your new go-to spread.

Is Hellmans vegan mayo really vegan? ›

Our Vegan Mayo does not contain eggs or added diary and it carries official Vegan certification.

Is there Dairy-Free egg mayo? ›

Although mayo is often mistaken for dairy, most mayo does not contain milk. Instead, most commercial brands of mayo are made using a mix of spices, egg yolks, and lemon juice or vinegar. Therefore, most forms of mayo are suitable for those following a dairy-free diet.

Does eggless mayo taste different? ›

In my experience, it's tough to tell the difference between “real” and vegan mayonnaise, especially when the taste is mixed in with all the other sandwich toppings. But regular mayo and vegan mayo are definitely not the same, since regular mayo is most certainly made with eggs.

Is egg lecithin an emulsifier? ›

A functional lipid found in egg yolk, also known as phospholipid, because its structure contains phosphorus. Used in food products, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals as a natural emulsifier.

Why isn't my vegan mayo emulsifying? ›

I love to use it in potato salad, dressings, on sandwiches, and in Chickpea Mayo Salad. Why isn't my vegan mayo emulsifying? If your mayo isn't thickening up as expected, try adding some more oil.

What is Hellmann's vegan mayo made of? ›

NUTRITION. Canola oil, Water, Vinegar, Modified potato starch, Sugar, Salt, Modified corn starch, Natural flavour, Concentrated lemon juice, Sorbic acid (maintains quality), Spice, Calcium disodium EDTA (maintains flavour).

What is the emulsifying agent in veg mayonnaise? ›

One effective emulsifier for vegan mayo using only oil and water is lecithin, which can be derived from sources such as sunflower or soy. It helps to stabilize the mixture and create a creamy texture.

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