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Vegan cashew mayo in a small jar with spoon

Cashew Mayo (Oil-Free!)

Creamy, tangy, and rich! A healthier alternative to traditional mayo made with whole food plant-based ingredients. Simple to prepare and customizable.
AuthorKaitlin - The Garden Grazer
Prep Time:5 minutes
Total Time:5 minutes
CourseSauce
CuisineGluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan
Servings10

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw cashews, soaked*
  • 1/2 cup plant milk (plain, unsweetened)
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp. kala namak (optional, but recommended)
  • 1/4 tsp. salt (or up to 1/2 tsp.)

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a high speed blender. Blend for 20-30 seconds until smooth. (I use a small NutriBullet which works great.)
  • Taste and adjust flavors if desired. Add a splash more liquid if needed to blend.

Notes

*Soaking cashews: Before blending, soak the cashews in room temperature water for at least 4 hours or overnight. Then drain and rinse before using. Or quick soak: Place cashews in a heat-safe bowl and carefully add hot/boiling water until cashews are submerged. Let sit for about 10-15 minutes. Then drain and rinse.
Milk: Can substitute with water or aquafaba instead.
Yield: Recipe makes about 1 1/3 cup mayo. (About 10-11 servings at 2 Tbsp. each.)
Storing: Store mayo in an airtight jar in the fridge. It thickens further as it chills. I find it keeps for about 1-2 weeks, but use your best judgement.

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Calories: 75 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 6 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Potassium: 92 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 1 IU | Vitamin C: 2 mg | Calcium: 21 mg | Iron: 1 mg