Mayonnaise is a classic American condiment; it’s also the condiment that makes up our fondest childhood memories as we gladly look back on all of those ham, cheese and mayo sandwiches we used to devour. All the time. Every day. Mayonnaise gets an adult makeover with these gourmet, unique homemade mayo recipes.
19 Unique Homemade Mayo Recipes
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These 19 homemade mayo recipes are guaranteed crowd-pleasers.
1. Julia Child’s Homemade Mayonnaise (Paleo-Friendly)
It’s a recipe from Julia Child. Of course it’s delicious!
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It’s universally agreed upon that any recipe of Julia Child’s is bound to be a great one and this homemade mayo is no exception. With this recipe, you’ll never have to buy mayonnaise ever again!
Ingredients
Large wire whisk or electric blender
3 egg yolks
1 tablespoon wine vinegar or lemon juice (more drops as needed to taste)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dry or prepared mustard
1-1/2 to 2 cups of olive oil, other oil or a mixture of each. If the oil is cold, heat it to tepid; and if you are a novice, use the minimum amount. Macadamia oil works really well and has a milder flavour.
2 tablespoons boiling water
Get the recipe here
2. Sriracha Mayo
Watch out – this mayo is creamy, spicy and addictive!
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Sriracha sauce has reached cult status which makes it the perfect candidate for a mayo-sauce mashup! This sriracha mayo recipe is perfect on sandwiches, burgers and just about anything that calls for mayonnaise.
Ingredients
3 Tablespoons mayo
1 Tablespoon homemade Sriracha style chili sauce, Huy Fong Sriracha, Tabasco or any chili hot sauce
1 teaspoon lemon/lime juice
1/4 teaspoon soy sauce (optional)
Get the recipe here
3. Vegan Avocado Mayo
Guacamole mayo? Uh, yes, please!
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This creamy mayonnaise recipe is 100% vegan! The avocadoes replicate the same creamy texture you’ve come to expect in regular mayonnaise without the unhealthy fats making this recipe a WINNER!
Ingredients
2 Avocados
1 tablespoon White Vinegar
Juice of ½ Lemon
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon onion powder Sea Salt
Get the recipe here
4. Vegan Mayonnaise Recipe
Vegan pride, worldwide!
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This vegan mayonnaise recipe is perfect for herbivores and carnivores alike! When making this mayo, be sure to leave it in the fridge for a couple of hours before enjoying in order to let the flavors develop. After that, you’re feel to put it on any- and everything you want!
Ingredients
300g silken tofu
1 tablespoon water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon juice
5 teaspoons brown sugar
3 teaspoons dijon mustard
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 teaspoons white vinegar
Get the recipe here
5. Cranberry Mayonnaise
It sounds so wrong, but it tastes so right…
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This recipe is definitely different and that’s a good thing! Whoever came up with the idea of putting cranberry sauce in mayo is a genius and is probably working on the cure for cancer as we write this.
Ingredients
½ cup mayonnaise
3 Tbsp. canned cranberry sauce
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
Get the recipe here
6. Coconut Milk Ranch Mayonnaise
This ranch is so soft and fluffy, you’ll be tempted to fall right into it. (Please don’t.)
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Yes, you’ve read that correctly. Not only does this recipe have the texture of mayonnaise, it also has the flavor of ranch making this the best two-for-one ever!
Ingredients
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk
1 teaspoon onion powder OR 1/4 small onion, minced finely
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove garlic, minced finely
1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
2 teaspoons dried parsley or 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon dried chives or 3 tablespoons minced fresh chives
1 green onion, sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
Get the recipe here
7. Roasted Garlic Aioli
White gold in a bottle.
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This homemade roasted garlic “mayo” spread is perfect on grilled steak sandwiches. But then again, roasted garlic mayo is perfect on anything! When eating this, be sure to have some mints on hand because you will smell like garlic!
Ingredients
½ large or one whole small head of garlic
1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 coddled egg yolks ( How To Coddle An Egg here)
Pinch of salt
Few grinds of pepper
2 teaspoons lemon juice
½ cup light olive oil (or canola oil, although olive oil is the traditional ingredient in aioli)
Get the recipe here
8. Roasted Jalapeno Mayo
Turn up the heat with this jalapeno mayonnaise recipe!
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With some fresh cilantro and a hint of tangy lime juice, this jalapeno mayo recipe is perfect for Mexican-inspired meals.
Ingredients
2 jalapeno peppers
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 glove garlic
1 green onion
1 handful cilantro
1 lime, juice and zest
Get the recipe here
9. MiracleNaise: Soy-free Vegan Mayo
This recipe really is a miracle!
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We can’t believe it’s not mayonnaise! Okay, that was cheesy, but this recipe is so great it deserves a cheesy opening. This homemade mayo recipe is made with raw cashews and artichoke hearts, making it one of the healthiest recipes on this list.
Ingredients
1 14-ounce can artichoke quarters, drained well
1/4 cup raw cashews (about 1.5 ounces)
2 tablespoons water
1/2 – 1 teaspoon stone-ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon xanthan gum, optional
salt and lemon juice, optional
Get the recipe here
10. Cashew Mayonnaise
Reap the benefits of cashews with this mayo recipe!
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Cashew mayo is great for vegans, vegetarians and those looking to explore the world of nut-based products. Cashews contain healthy fats essential to bone development, boosting energy levels, and increasing antioxidant production!
Ingredients
¾ cup raw cashew nuts, soaked in water for 2 hours for smoothness
2-3 Tbsp sunflower oil
2 Tbsp water – more or less, depends how thick you want it to be
1 tsp lelmon juice
½ tsp sugar or a few drops of agave nectar (optional)
1 tsp prepared mustard
½ tsp white vinegar
turmeric (optional, for color only)
salt, pepper
Get the recipe here
11. 10 Second Amazing Homemade Mayonnaise
C’mon, you definitely have time to make this recipe!
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Yup, it’s true! In only 10 seconds (maybe 12), you could have great-tasting homemade mayo! Try this recipe and let us know how it went!
Ingredients
3 egg yolks
1 1/4 c. light olive oil
3 tsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. salt
Get the recipe here
12. Homemade Garlic Mayonnaise
Garlic breath just got sexy.
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If you are a hardcore garlic lover, then this recipe is for you! Made with garlic, dijon and eggs, this mayo is creamy, tangy, and garlicky all in one bite!
Ingredients
2 eggs at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 cups light olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Get the recipe here
13. Honey Lime Mayonnaise
Surprise your honey with this honey-lime mayo! (See what we did there?)
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This recipe is super easy to make and consists of ingredients you definitely already have in your kitchen. Just add in some honey and lime and you’ve got yourself a great homemade mayo dressing perfect for any salad.
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons honey
zest of 1 lime
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
additional salt and pepper to taste
Get the recipe here
14. Cilantro Mint Mayonnaise
This recipe is perfect for Mexican-themed dishes.
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Cilantro and mint make the perfect dynamic duo in this homemade mayo recipe. Bonus point: this recipe is also refined-sugar free as it uses agave instead of sugar.
Ingredients
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
½ teaspoon agave nectar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup vegetable oil
½ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
Get the recipe here
15. Herbed Paleo Mayonnaise
Paleo-friendly and delicious!
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It’s always satisfying (and relieving) to know that what you’re eating is made up of quality ingredients that are going to treat your body right. That’s what this recipe is all about and we couldn’t be happier with it.
Ingredients
1 egg (at room temperature)
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp rosemary
1 tsp oregano
½ tsp sea salt
1 cup light olive oil
This recipe will make approximately 24 1 tbsp servings
Get the recipe here
16. Chipotle Mayo
Before you ask, we already have an answer: No, you can’t legally marry this mayo.
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We LOVE chipotle mayo and were so excited to find a homemade recipe that is just as delicious and creamy as the one we buy from the store. The only downside to this recipe is that it’s too good! We won’t judge you if you find yourself eating this mayo out of the jar. Just be sure to do it with a big spoon!
Ingredients
1 batch mayo
1/2 – 3/4 teaspoon dried chipotle powder, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons lime juice
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
salt to taste
Get the recipe here
17. Curry Mayonnaise
This mayonnaise smells as good as it tastes!
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East meets West in this amazing curry mayo recipe. The aromatics and flavors are strong enough to transport you to India without ever leaving the comfort of your home.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ yellow onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
2 tablespoons curry powder
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons mango chutney or apricot preserves
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon kosher salt
Get the recipe here
18. Roasted Garlic Chipotle Mayonnaise
The world’s two best flavors in the world’s best condiment.
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This staple sauce pairs perfectly with fried tofu, french fries, jalapeno bacon poppers, and pretty much just about everything!
Ingredients
5 cloves garlic, peeled
3⁄4 cup mayonnaise
1 1⁄2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 chipotle peppers in adobo
Salt and pepper to taste
Get the recipe here
19. Caper Lemon Mayonnaise
This tartar sauce recipe is to die for.
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This is better than any tartar sauce you will find in stores. The flavor is light and tangy, making this the perfect accompaniment to that fried calamari on your plate.
Ingredients
1/4 cup (60 mL) light mayonnaise
1/4 tsp (1 mL) lemon rind, grated
4 tsp (18 mL) lemon juice
2 tsp (10 mL) capers, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 tsp (1 mL) smoked paprika or sweet paprika
1 pinch cayenne pepper
Get the recipe here
With these unique homemade mayo recipes, condiments aren’t just an accompaniment, but the main dish! When making your own homemade mayo, the best part is getting creative with different flavors and textures. Have fun!
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