Homemade Vegan Mayonnaise

Can I make a bit batch and store some in the freezer? Would it affect the taste or the texture? 😊

I was shocked by how resembling this vegan mayo to the store-bought egg mayo I often buy! So yum! Thanks for this game-changing recipe 🙏

Perfect! Was afraid that something will go wrong but nope, easy-peasy😊

Sooo quick and easy! The recipe came out great! I used olive oil because that’s what I had on hand, love it!

Tastes just like mayo! Yummy!

So easy and so delicious. It works great for me with the immersion blender.
I was making the Garden chickpea dill dip and I have been making chiclpea from scratch, so hard some aquafaba I otherwise would have thrown out.

PUL Team - Jan. 20, 2025, 11:24 p.m.

Yayy we're so glad that the vegan mayonnaise recipe was enjoyed, Sara 😊

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Hi! Can I keep it in the fridge? Does it remain creamy?

PUL Team - Jan. 5, 2025, 3:28 a.m.

Hi Sarah, yes the mayonnaise can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. It should maintain its creaminess.

In case you haven't seen yet and it helps in the future, the storage instructions on the app are in the directions tab and the last slide of the "Make" step-by-step instructions 🤗

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So good!! I add some black salt and hing to it too, rocks all the time

Easy and delicious

this salad sauce is so delicious wholesome put it on salad rucola coriander leaves beetroot cucumber w.bl.pepper on sourdough grains pumpkin seeds large chunk toasts yum!
tq so much Sadia team whoever share made this up

I made this in the beaker that came with my immersion blender and also it's slightly less thick than shop bought, it's absolutely delicious! I've popped it in the fridge as I'm sure that will thicken it up a bit more. Why have I not done this before? It's so much cheaper and much nicer than the supermarket ones! I used rapeseed oil for this, as that was the only neutral oil I had in.

PUL Team - Sept. 14, 2024, 4:35 a.m.

Aw thanks for taking the time to share your experience with the vegan mayo recipe, Rob! Thanks a bunch 🫶

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Is there an alternative to grapeseed oil?

PUL Team - Sept. 9, 2024, 3:09 p.m.

Hey DC, a milder-tasting oil such as canola or avocado oil may work in this vegan mayo recipe, but we haven't tried it to be honest. Let us know if you find any other types of oil that work well 😊

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i love this recipe, but the method doesn’t work for me. maybe it’s my immersion blender, maybe the narrow jar i am using. but i tried this recipe method numerous times, only two times it actually worked and the oil imulsified. what works every time for me is streaming in the oil slowly, like a tablespoon at a time, mixing until everything is incorporated, then again a tablespoon. i am very happy that this works for me like that because storebought mayonnaise just isn’t my jam 😃

PUL Team - Sept. 5, 2024, 5:13 p.m.

Hey Ines, so glad you love the vegan mayo recipe! Your method of slowly streaming in the oil is a lovely workaround for making sure it emulsifies properly. In case it helps, cold ingredients can prevent emulsification so making sure all ingredients are at room temperature can also work wonders 😊

ines - Sept. 7, 2024, 12:33 a.m.

yes, that’s something I suspected as well, thanks for confirming :)

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This recipe is a gem! It is simple, extremely quick, and tastes like the delicious vegan mayo our family loves!

Delicious but a bit thin. Admittedly I don't have an immersion blender so used 1 whisk attachment only on an electric hand whisk. Could this be why it didn't thicken up?

I love this recipe :) to have a little bit of”eggy” vibe I added a pinch of kala namak (black salt) :)

Heavenly!

Mine turned out a bit too runny for my taste so I used some guar gum (about 1/2 tsp), and it came out with the perfect consistency!

I like the taste.
Mine turned out more runny. I don't know exactly why.
I hope next time I will manage to make it more creamy.

I added all the ingredients except the oil to my food processor and let it run until combined. Then I added the oil very slowly while it was running (my unit has a drip feed for this purpose, which is nice). Worked out beautifully & tastes great!

I tried this recipe once before with my immersion blender, but I didn’t have the knack and it didn’t emulsify. 🤷 So I thought I’d share my success with the food processor for those who have one. 🙂

PUL Team - June 28, 2024, 4:59 a.m.

Thanks a bunch for taking the time to share your experience with the recipe, Heather!

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Does the water from home cooked dry chickpeas work the same as aquafaba from canned chickpeas? I have been cooking my chickpeas to reduce waste from packaging, and notice that the water from my cooked chickpeas isn’t as thick as canned chickpeas…

nobaro - June 18, 2024, 12:20 a.m.

I read a couple of tips:
- once cooked, if not using the chickpeas immediately, store back in liquid. That way more protein from the beans will make its way to the liquid thus enhancing its thickening properties
- once prepared, you can remove the chickpeas and let the aquafaba reduce at low temp
I did the first one and my aquafaba looks quite…thick? Not sure what the word would be

PUL Team - June 18, 2024, 2:23 p.m.

Hi Adeline, thanks for the question - and thanks for the tips, Nobaro! Indeed, the water from home-cooked chickpeas can be used as aquafaba, but it often isn't as thick as the liquid from canned chickpeas. To achieve a similar consistency, you can reduce the cooking water by simmering it until it thickens 😊

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Looks yum

Holy cow!! Not being vegan, I’ve made many batches of egg-based mayo, and this recipe tastes perfect. But now with a sensitivity to eggs, this recipe is just the ticket. It’s delicious, and it works perfectly as written. It will be our mayonnaise from now on. Thank you!!

PUL Team - June 3, 2024, 4:59 p.m.

Woohoo! Such a big compliment, Kathy, thanks for the glowing review and support 🥰

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Just made this! So easy and so good!

How long does this last? Can you over blend?

PUL Team - April 17, 2024, 6:42 a.m.

Hi Shea, the mayonnaise can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. In case you haven't seen it yet and it helps in the future, the storage instructions on the app are in the directions tab and the last slide of the "Make" step-by-step instructions.

Indeed, you can also over-blend the ingredients which may result in a runny or separated texture rather than a creamy consistency. Hope you enjoy the vegan mayo if you give it a try 🤗

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Tastes really good and just like mayo. My family could see themselves putting this on their sandwich.

PUL Team - April 16, 2024, 10:53 p.m.

So happy to hear the vegan mayo is being enjoyed, Ayana 🫶✨

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Delicious

really easy and delicious!

Amazing! First time I pulled up the blender too quickly so it didn't work then. But the second time I got it! Definitely won't be the last time I'll do this.

PUL Team - March 19, 2024, 1:45 a.m.

So glad you enjoyed the Vegan Mayonnaise, Wilma, thanks for sharing your experience with it 😃

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It's super easy, a few ingredients and it worked so fast. I can finally have some vegan mayo (it's hard to find here).

Merci pour votre reponse

It is great
Easy to do but how long can you keep it before using il?

PUL Team - Feb. 25, 2024, 7:07 p.m.

Hey there, friend, the mayonnaise can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. In case you haven't seen yet and it helps in the future, the storage instructions on the app are in the directions tab and the last slide of the "Make" step-by-step instructions 🤗

White louise - Feb. 26, 2024, 9:11 a.m.

Merci

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Easy an quickly you have a delicious vegan mayo

This recipe is absolutely amazing! I’ve made it a few times now and will never go back to store bought again. Turns out great everytime. Thank you for this wonderful and super easy recipe!

PUL Team - Feb. 21, 2024, 2:27 a.m.

Thank YOU for the glowing review, Shell - it means so much!

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This is so cool!

Creamy and delicious!

I managed to get it right from my second try. First time around it remained very liquid and didn’t emulsify at all. The second time I used my immersion blender on a higher speed and also blended it longer at the bottom - it worked like magic! Thanks for the recipe, team! ✨✨✨

Curious, what can I sub the oil for, will water work? I need to watch my fat and need to stay within 30 gms of fat per day due to having pre- diabetes. So I have omitted all oils from my diet with exception of an occasional spray oil like, avocado.

Also, I just purchased your app. I’m loving how easy it is to navigate and how beautiful it is. Looking forward to making so many of the recipes!! Thank you so much!!!

PUL Team - Jan. 15, 2024, 7:04 p.m.

Hey there, Maria, aw thanks for your kind words about the app and question! Unfortunately, there is no substitute for the oil in this recipe. We will make a note to create an oil-free mayo recipe for the future 😊 If you are looking for an alternative to mayo, yogurt can usually be a tasty substitute!

K Morrison - Jan. 17, 2024, 9:11 a.m.

Sorry to interject....
My father was avoiding oils and fats as much as possible for years.
Whipped and seasoned tofu makes a pretty good sub for mayo in salads and sandwiches etc. Dad also added onion soup mix to make dip, because he had to have his dip while watching sports. Tofu dip and air fryer oil-free chips. Probably helped give us an extra four or five years.

PUL Team - Jan. 17, 2024, 5:16 p.m.

Thanks for the tip about seasoned tofu, K! In case it helps Maria we have a
Herby Garlic Cream "Cheese" recipe here: https://www.pickuplimes.com/r… 😃

Danielle - June 20, 2024, 12:04 p.m.

Hi PUL team

I came to see if there was an alternative to oil. Have you since created an oil free mayo? I would love to suggest it for a future recipe. If so , can you direct me to the name of it.

PUL Team - June 20, 2024, 5:15 p.m.

Hi Danielle, we haven't yet but have bumped it on our ideas list of recipes 🙌

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Oh my goodness! I love this recipe. :)

I just made it and it taste so good…😃

I've tried lots of different vegan mayo recipes & this is by far the easiest & best tasting! However, I was out of chickpeas & tried the liquid from a can of black beans instead & other than being a tiny bit darker, no difference. I also put in a little kala namak for the eggy flavor & it's perfect!

PUL Team - Dec. 21, 2023, 8:03 p.m.

Oh, Molly, we're smiling from ear to ear! Thanks for the glowing review for the Vegan Mayonnaise and for sharing your tasty twists with the recipe 😃

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I still can't believe this works !! Tastes just like non vegan mayo 😮 I'm never buying vegan mayo again 😊😊😊

PUL Team - Dec. 19, 2023, 3:47 a.m.

Yayy we're so happy to hear, Natália, thank you! ☺️

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Absolutely delicious! I don’t have an immersion blender, so I wanted to try with a regular blender. I used the small one for the Ninja blender (not a full-sized, typical blender). It worked great. To try and mimic the immersion blender, I first blended everything but the oil for 20 seconds. Then I added a third of the oil and blended another 20 seconds. Lastly, I blended another third for another 20 seconds. I went ahead and left out the remaining third.

PUL Team - Dec. 12, 2023, 7:46 p.m.

Hey there, Aileen, thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience with the Homemade Vegan Mayonnaise! We're so happy it was enjoyed 😃

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Absolutely, amazing!

Even my super fussy partner absolutely loves this recipe.

Thank you 🙏

I am totally geeking out over how awesome this recipe is. I reduced the liquid from cooking 1 cup dry chickpeas to 1/4 cup (rather thick) aquafaba, and it resulted in an absolutely perfect texture.

The only major flaw with my first attempt was the use of a not-so-great, fairly bitter extra virgin olive oil. Oops. I’m really curious now whether there’s another cold-pressed unrefined oil that will be delicate enough for this recipe, to avoid the supposed issues with refined oils.

PUL Team - Oct. 31, 2023, 6:24 p.m.

Hi there, Daniel, thanks for sharing this! Indeed we wouldn't recommend using extra virgin olive oil as a substitute for grapeseed oil since it will infuse a stronger, more bitter flavour. A milder-tasting oil such as grapeseed oil or canola oil is better suited for the recipe. Let us know if you find any other types of oil that work well 😊

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After trying 2 or 3 times I finally succeeded 🙌🏻 Really tasty!! Just one question, what would you advice to add to transform the sauce like making it sweeter or just to easily transform it to something else ? 😊

PUL Team - Oct. 29, 2023, 11:10 p.m.

Hey Mathilde, thanks for sharing your experience with the vegan mayo! You can add a touch of sweetener like maple syrup if you'd like. Otherwise, some of our favourite ways to transform this one are into a cinnamon mustard dip (https://www.pickuplimes.com/r…), a tangy ranch or tahini dill dip (such as https://www.pickuplimes.com/r…), or a Thousand Island Sauce (https://www.pickuplimes.com/r…) 😊

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This was so much easier than I was expecting! And it’s delicious too

Hello! I have a question about the oil for this recipe. I see from other comments that neutral oils like grapeseed or canola are recommended for taste. In terms of nutrients/overall healthiness, what is the best type of oil to use in your opinion? Thank you so much for your time, I’m eager to try this recipe!

PUL Team - Oct. 1, 2023, 7:20 p.m.

Hey Annie, thanks for the question. It's hard to say the "best" choice as it depends on many factors, but grapeseed oil is a nice option because it has a mild taste and contains heart-healthy polyunsaturated fats while being lower in less healthy saturated fats. Other options that have a similar balance of fats include canola or avocado oil. In case you haven't seen it article, we have an article called "Fats and Oils" on the blog which talks more about our philosophy. Enjoy the recipe!☺️

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This is so quick and easy. I made it when I realised I’d ran out of shop bought and am not going back to buying it!

Can I use extra virgin olive oil instead of grapeseed oil?

PUL Team - Sept. 13, 2023, 8:15 p.m.

Hey Solita, we wouldn't recommend using extra virgin olive oil as a substitute for grapeseed oil since it will infuse a stronger, more bitter flavour. A milder-tasting oil such as grapeseed oil or canola oil is better suited for the recipe. We hope you enjoy the vegan mayonnaise if you're able to give it a try😊

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The process of making this recipe is SO COOL! I’ve used my immersion blender for soups and whatnot but never thought to make vegan Mayo. The texture is just like regular Mayo. I was out of Dijon mustard but used yellow mustard instead. It seriously tastes like regular Mayo. This recipe is both science and magic!

PUL Team - Sept. 5, 2023, 6:09 a.m.

Woohoo! It means so much, Erin, thank you 🤩

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Simply love the texture and taste of it! Amazing vegan mayo.
I am though a bit concerned about how healthy is aquafabe? I know it does not have much nutritional value but also I read some concerns on BPA or digesting oligosaccharides. What’s PUL’s view on this?

PUL Team - Aug. 31, 2023, 11:46 p.m.

So glad the vegan mayo was enjoyed, Ada! Thanks for the questions as well. Aquafaba, while not rich in nutrients, is generally considered safe to eat. Concerns about BPA are valid though, so you can use low-sodium or BPA-free canned beans to help mitigate this.

While oligosaccharides are also part of most nourishing lifestyles, if you find they cause discomfort, you can consider starting with smaller portions or gradually increasing intake to give the digestive system time to adjust. It's always a good idea to listen to your body 🤗

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Hello, I need to ask, if it won’t thicken, what should I do? Or did I measure something wrong perhaps.🤔 Please help!😅

Ellen - Aug. 23, 2023, 10:13 p.m.

I need to add I put the oil in slowly while I was blending, and I even tried different blades. However the agua fans, was in fridge from last night. Would that be something to do with it? 🤔

PUL Team - Aug. 25, 2023, 8:12 a.m.

Hey there, Ellen, thanks for reaching out! If your vegan mayonnaise isn't thickening as expected, a few things could be at play. 1) make sure your ingredient measurements are accurate. For example, the lemon juice is 1 tsp (5 mL), not 1 Tbsp (15 mL) 😊, 2) Add the ingredients in the correct order, as outlined in step 1, with olive oil in a layer at the top before blending - indeed, I wonder if adding the oil gradually, rather than having it all in the jar to being with could be contributing to some of the issue, 3) using an immersion blender instead of a food processor or blender, 4) the temperature of the ingredients can perhaps affect the thickening process. Using chilled ingredients, like aquafaba from the fridge, might slow down the thickening so blending for a bit longer should help in this case, or simply let the aquafaba come to room temp before using. I hope this helps for now!

Ellen ☺️ - Aug. 27, 2023, 10:50 p.m.

Yes, thank you team, for clarifying all of that. I will keep this in mind for the next time. 😉 And I do appreciate all new stuff/recipes and ideas. This app is just awesome. 🤩

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i was surprised by how well it worked! I did use olive oil though. It has a strong taste, so if you see this comment before doing it, use a neutral flavory oil.
Ich hava a question: i would like to use this in some recipe, but it is hard to filter it out. I cant find it under „mayonaise“ or „ mustard“.
Id be very glad if you know how to find this homemade staple in other recipes :)

PUL Team - Aug. 18, 2023, 7:53 a.m.

Hey Hilal, so happy to hear the recipe is being enjoyed 😊 you can find recipes by searching for "mayo" on the recipe page, or under the Homemade Vegan Mayonnaise recipe, scroll down to the "Make your own" section under the ingredients list. We can swipe left in the "Make your own" sections for many mayo recipe ideas. I hope this helps for now!

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AMAZING!! Store bought vegan mayo is expensive and this is so cheap, quick and easy! I’m amazed, really, THANK YOU!

I have made mayo before - I used a standing mixer because I don't have an immersion blender & I was sad it came out very thin. Any thoughts/advice?

PUL Team - Aug. 14, 2023, 6:21 a.m.

Hey Freya, a few ideas come to mind! Firstly, being sure to slowly add the oil when mixing can help it emulsify properly with the other ingredients, resulting in a thicker texture. Secondly, a standing mixer might take longer to achieve a thicker texture compared to an immersion blender. Continuing to mix for a few minutes can do wonders. Lastly, because standing blenders usually have larger jars, you might need to make larger batches of mayo to achieve effective emulsification. Hope this helps for now 😃

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Can I use a vitamix blender, hand mixer, or food processor? I don’t have an immersion blender.🫤

PUL Team - Aug. 10, 2023, 5:25 p.m.

Hey Steph, an immersion blender is really helpful for getting the classic airy mayonnaise texture because of the way it helps emulsify the mixture. A powerful blender, like a Vitamix, might do though so long as you can still add the oil in a thin and steady stream. A hand mixer should also work. Let us know if you give it a try 😊

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This is legitimately indistinguishable from a non vegan mayo! The perfect dupe. Incredible!!

PUL Team - July 26, 2023, 11:48 p.m.

A huge compliment, Freya! Thank you :)

Freya Chase - Aug. 14, 2023, 1:23 a.m.

That's my name too

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My partner who is a fan of non-vegan mayo said this is one of the best mayos he ever had! :-)

PUL Team - July 8, 2023, 9:17 p.m.

Such a massive compliment, Maisa, thank you!

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Super easy quick and also very yummy

Best vegan mayo ever tested!

This is a really good mayonnaise recipe 😊 taste great!!

Hi, just wondering if there a use by time with this recipe?

PUL Team - June 22, 2023, 8:37 p.m.

Hey Amy, the mayonnaise can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks 🤗

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I made this but unfortunately the mixture isn’t thickening ☹️ any tips? Maybe on the mode of the immersion blender? (i.e. high, medium, low). Thanks so much! 🤗

PUL Team - June 16, 2023, 5:33 p.m.

Hey Jamie, you'll definitely want it on a higher speed and you might just need to keep going - it can take a little while to emulsify depending on the power of your immersion blender. I hope this helps!

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