When we first started eating healthier foods, it was surprising how many products had sugars and other highly processed additives. It was hard to find basic dressings and sauces to enjoy on sandwiches and wraps. Can you make healthy mayo? Yes you can! This was a game-changer for us! When we realized we could make our own mayonnaise, we could easily make ranch and chicken salad and other foods that use mayonnaise as a base. Here’s a recipe that only takes about 5 minutes to make, and it tastes delicious!
Healthy Mayo Recipe
Course: Dips, CondimentsDifficulty: Easy15
servings5
minutes134
kcalIngredients
1 Egg
1 Cup Avocado Oil
2 Tsp Lemon Juice
1/2 Tsp Dijon Mustard
1/2 Tsp Salt
Directions
- Add ingredients in order into a wide-mouthed mason jar.
- Using an immersion blender, whip the ingredients for about 2 minutes. Start by whipping the egg at the bottom of the jar. It should become white and thick. As you continue mixing, gradually move up the jar, completely mixing the oil and other ingredients into the mixture. When it’s finished, it should be smooth and thick like mayonnaise.
- Store in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 1 week.
Making Healthy Mayonnaise is a Gamechanger
When you make your own mayonnaise, there are so many other things you can make. Mayo is great on a sandwich or wrap. It’s also a wonderful base for a chicken or egg salad, or even some kind of shrimp/crab salad. You can use homemade mayonnaise to make Japanese white sauce (yum-yum sauce) or ranch dip or dressing. There are so many things that use mayonnaise as a base.
What are Some Other Healthy Sauces to Enjoy?
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I want something to add to my meal. I like having a dip for my chicken or something wet on a sandwich or wrap. What are some other healthy options? It’s important to check labels, but one of the things I enjoy adding is hummus. Check out The Best Recipe for Homemade Hummus Without Tahini.
Salsa can be another good topping or dip. Even pesto or Dijon mustard can be good options. Sometimes, it can be difficult to find a good natural dressing. When you can’t check labels for yourself, like at a salad bar, a safe option is to add a little olive oil and vinegar (balsamic or red wine vinegar are both delicious on salads).
Why Make Your Own Mayonnaise?
Why take the extra step in making your own mayo? Is it really that much better than what you can buy in the store? Check your labels. When you make your own food, you can insure that there are no additives or preservatives you don’t want added. You can choose the base oil, instead of consuming canola or soybean oil just because it’s in the brand you use. Most store-bought mayonnaise includes processed sugar.
Another ingredient in Hellman’s and Blue Plate mayonnaise is Calcium Disodium edta. If you look this up, it is a medication for treating metal toxicity, with side effects. Why settle for all of these unnecessary ingredients when you can just make your own in less than five minutes?
Is Homemade Mayo Safe to Eat?
A lot of people question consuming mayonnaise with a raw egg in it. If you’ve ever licked a spoon with brownie or cake batter on it, chances are, you’ve consumed raw egg. A lot of foods in restaurants (like dips and sauces) are made from raw eggs.
If you’re concerned or you’re at high-risk, then be sure to use pasteurized eggs. You can do this by purchasing pasteurized eggs or bringing your eggs to high temperature yourself to kill unwanted bacteria. A lot of eggs in the US are not already pasteurized, so if this is a concern, you will need to make sure you’re eggs are pasteurized. Each person needs to make their own decision regarding what they’re comfortable with and use the correct type of egg accordingly.
Little Changes Make a Huge Difference
Why does changing the mayonnaise you use even matter? As my husband and I have walked through our own health journey, we’ve discovered how small changes can make a huge difference in the long run. Cutting all processed foods and refined sugars can help you feel better. Sugar is found in so many products, even in things that you wouldn’t expect to have sugar in them. By making your own sauces and sticking to whole foods, you can avoid the negative health effects of processed foods and too much sugar in your diet.
Just going for a walk once a day can result in dramatic changes in your energy level and in how you feel. Drinking more water and cutting out processed drinks can help you completely avoid the draining feeling of dehydration. Taking a few minutes to pray and rest your mind can help you regroup before a busy afternoon.
In the same way, small tweaks in your nutrition can make a huge difference in how your mind and body feel. Each step towards a more carefully balanced, whole foods meal plan can help you feel better and be your best. It may feel like a small step, but over time, steps turn into miles which turn into lifetimes of better decisions with better results!
