By Akshaya Dec 1, 2023
Swap mayo for Greek yogurt—it's a healthy choice! Packed with good fats and nutrients, it has a creamy texture. Try it in tuna, potato, or egg salad. Perfect for dressings and dips too. Use equal amounts in recipes; it's about 60-80 cals per 100g!
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Avocados may not taste like mayo, but their creamy texture works in many dishes. Packed with healthy fats, they're nutritious and great in sandwiches. Just blend or mash for a mayo alternative. One medium avocado has 160-200 calories.
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While hummus may not replace mayo in all recipes, it's great in wraps and sandwiches. Add it to pasta or tuna salad for extra protein, fiber, and a creamy texture.
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Pesto, a paste with pine nuts, basil, garlic, cheese, and olive oil, has a nutty taste. Use it in recipes for extra vitamin E, K, manganese, and healthy monounsaturated fats from olive oil.
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Olive oil, rich in good fats, promotes health. Studies hint it fights inflammation, aids heart health, and guards against some cancers. It's a healthy, vegan mayo alternative in various recipes.
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Tahini, from blended sesame seeds, isn't low-cal but is healthier than mayo. Its strong taste means you use less. Delicious, nutty, slightly bitter, and creamy, it's great in sauces or dressings. About 500-600 calories per 100 grams.
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Peanut cream, made from blended peanuts and water, is nutritious and healthier than mayo. Its creamy, nutty flavor works well in sauces and dressings. Popular as a vegan alternative.