Vegan Mayonnaise with Almonds
Ginny McMeans
Published:
July 2, 2023
Last Modified:
May 7, 2024
This Vegan Mayonnaise recipe is homemade almond mayonnaise that is an extremely flavorful spread that will mimic classic egg mayonnaise on any sandwich. Easy to make in about 10 minutes.
Homemade Almond Mayonnaise is such a flavorful spread and can be used anytime you’re looking for something to mimic mayonnaise.
It is the perfect substitute for any sandwich. Dare I say it is even better? Yes, I dare! This vegan mayonnaise is just so tasty.
Certainly delicious in every way. I also have used it as a spread on sweet bread such as my Walnut Pear Bread.
It is so fun to create common condiments that are rich in nutrients and vitamins with no additives or preservatives. I call this nutrinnaise in my everyday life just love it.
Sometimes bread can be dry and you just want to add something that enhances and doesn’t overpower. This spread does the job every time.
It ‘s a great dip for veggies too! Just that little something extra.
Give this recipe a try and I believe it will stay in your recipe collection for life.
Make sure you use extra virgin olive oil because the mayo would get too solid if you used coconut oil and have it in the fridge. Or if your house is cold.
Extra virgin olive oil seems like a match made in heaven anyway so as far as taste goes it’s the perfect ingredient for this spread.
This condiment will keep in the fridge for about a week.
Vegan Mayonnaise made this way doesn’t freeze well so if 1 1/2 cups at a time is too much mayonnaise for you the ingredients can easily be cut the half.
This condiment will keep in the fridge for about a week.
Homemade almond mayonnaise has a really nice texture too. Almonds don’t completely disappear when they are processed in a food processor. They keep some of their fiber.
That adds to the quality of the spread. I like to get it as smooth as possible because to me that is the right spreadable consistency. You’ll see.
This is also a great alternative for people who are allergic to cashews. I mean, everything doesn’t have to be made of cashews. Variety is the spice of life.
Is mayonnaise vegan
Not naturally because there are eggs in mayonnaise but you can see that the ingredients for vegan mayonnaise are just right and they make a wonderful sandwich spread.
Ingredients
- Raw almonds – is the main base for great tasting spreadable mayonnaise.
- Fresh lemon juice – adds just a hint of tang for a flavor balance.
- Mustard powder – compliments the lemon tang but then again don’t add too much.
- Salt and pepper – are necessary spices to complete the taste and the mild flavor complexity so that the spread is versatile.
- Extra Virgin olive oil – is the added liquid that makes everything creamy, delicious and spreadable.
How to Make Homemade Mayonnaise Egg-Free
- Soak the almonds for at least 2 hours or let them go overnight. They will bulk up in size. Drain.
- Place the almonds in a blender (I love Ninja’s rows of blades).
- Add the rest of the lemon juice, mustard powder, salt and pepper.
- Turn on your blender and blend until it is as smooth as you can get it. Different blenders will do different work because of the amount of power that they have.
- No matter what your blender, you will get a delicious almond mayonnaise.
- Now slowly pour in the olive oil through the opening in the lid. I found 1/2 cup to be perfect but you may add a little more if you would like it thinner.
- Taste the nutonnaise. See if you would like a little bit more lemon juice. Sometimes I do but not always.
Watch Me Make This Vegan Mayo
Chefs Tips
- Use raw almonds so you get the pure clean taste of almonds without any extra salt or possible smoky flavor.
- If you have a high powered blender then you don’t have to soak the almonds. I don’t so I soak.
- It doesn’t hurt the almonds to soak a really long time. So if you aren’t in a hurry go ahead and soak them for hours and hours.
- You can even put them in the fridge, in the water, for a couple of days. It certainly isn’t necessary but it’s okay.
- Some people like to add a dash of maple syrup. So go for it if you’d like to test it out.
If You don’t feel like making your own mayo, you can review our list of best vegan mayo, all tasted and reviewed by us.
More spreads you would love
- Vegan Cashew Cheese Spread – has lots of extra flavors for a great wrap.
- If you’d like a bit of a cheesy taste how about trying this Cashew Cheddar Cheese Spread.
Homemade Almond Mayonnaise
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup raw almonds, then soak overnight covered with water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, that is about 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Soak the almonds for at least 2 hours or let them go overnight. They will bulk up in size. Drain.
- Place the almonds in a blender.
- Add the rest of the ingredients – except the oil.
- Turn on your blender and blend until it is as smooth as you can get it. Different blenders will do different work because of the amount of power that they have. No matter what your blender you will get a delicious almond mayonnaise.
- Now slowly pour in the olive oil through the opening in the lid. I found 1/2 cup to be perfect but you may add a little more if you would like it thinner.
- Taste the nutonnaise. See if you would like a little bit more lemon juice. Sometimes I do but not always.
- Some people like a dash of maple syrup also.
- You are done so enjoy!
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48 responses to “Vegan Mayonnaise with Almonds”
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Love this spread! I’d love to try it on my sandwiches 🙂
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I hope you get to Liz!
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Nutonnaise – what an awesome idea! I’m always so intrigued by nut milks and creams and such, and this fits right into that category. Now, if only I can take the time to actually try making them myself…
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Haha Heather! I know just what you mean about time!
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Almond mayo? That’s so unusual! I’d definitely give it a whirl. 🙂
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Great Kim – you will live it!
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This is such a great idea! Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks Nicole! Anytime!
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I do not like mayo, so this definitely sounds like something that I could use instead!
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That is great Erin! I think you will love it. 🙂
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Almond mayonnaise?! This must be the best version of mayo ever!
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Hahaha Ashley! I think you are right!
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I couldn’t possibly love this any more!
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Ahhhhh Lauren, you are the best. ❤️
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This looks and sounds delicious! I would have never thought to make mayonnaise with almonds! Genius!
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Thanks Amanda! You are making me blush ☺️
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Such a smart idea!
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Thanks Sylvie!
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I’d try it
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🙂
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I’m totally intrigued as I love almonds!
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Great Brenda! I love almonds too!
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I can see this being made savory or sweet for infinite possibilities. Excellent recipe.
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Thank you so much Michelle!
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I have never heard of such a thing but now I must try it! Great recipe, Ginny!
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Awesome Stephanie. I really hope you get to try it!
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This is awesome. I can’t eat mayo so this is a very cool option for me.
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Perfect Kim! I think you will love it!
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what a clever idea!!
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I didn’t even know this existed! My husband can’t stand mayo but I bet he’d love this!
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Fantastic Angie! Give it a try – it might be his favorite!
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I love this idea! I usually make mayo out of cashews, but I’ve never tried almonds. I’ll give this a shot next time. 🙂
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I bet cashews are really good too Alissa.
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Now this is a mayo I would be willing to try! fantastic idea!
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Thanks Karissa!
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I had no idea that you could make a vegan mayo out of almonds! Love this!
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That is great Nutmeg Nanny!
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I’ve never had good luck with vegan mayonnaise, so I just don’t eat mayo at all. But I miss it on certain things, so I will give this one a go and cross my fingers! I trust your judgement.
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I am so glad you are going to try it Kari! Let me know what you think. I really do love it.
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This sounds so interesting. Definitely going to give it a try.
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Are the skins on the raw almonds? Should the skins be removed? Interesting recipe, thank you.
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Just soak as is. If things float around you can remove that from the water. They will become softer with soaking and can be processed in your food processor much easier. You are welcome! I think you’ll really like this spread!
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I love this recipe! It is so versatile but I usually end up eating it on something like raisin bread or on bean burgers. It’s disappears very quickly! -
Would this mayo be suitable for a potato salad? I need an alternative without soy, tofu or dairy. Thanks!
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Yes! It would be delicious Nan! The flavors are great. It has extra texture because almonds are used but if you’d like it a bit creamer cashews would work too. You’re going to love it! When you test it if you think it’s a little thicker than you’d like you can add a tablespoon of oil and see how it is.
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I made the mayo and I altered it abit because my Vitamix needed a little help. I added about 1/2 or maybe a little more water so it would blend. I love the taste of it and it will be a mainstay for me I have to say. Thank you for publishing the recipe online.
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I substit!uted black salt for the seasalt, gives it eggy notes. Great recipe!
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