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5 Best Mayonnaise Substitutes (Ranked)

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Use one of these mayonnaise substitutes based on the texture and tang you need.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 batch
Course: Substitutes
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Best Matches
  • 1:1 Greek yogurt (full-fat, strained) Closest creamy mouthfeel; strain 20-30 min for thicker consistency.
  • 1:1 Sour cream Richer tang than mayo; thin with a teaspoon of water or milk if too thick.
Good Alternatives
  • ¾:1 Avocado (blended smooth) Best for sandwiches; add 1-2 teaspoon lemon juice per ½ cup to mimic tang.
  • 1:1 Hummus (smooth, thinned) Good for wraps and cold salads; thin with water until spoonable.
Emergency Swaps
  • 1:1 Olive oil + Dijon + vinegar (quick emulsion) Best when you need emulsified texture for sauces; whisk aggressively.
  • 1:1 Silken tofu (blended smooth) Works for dips and some cooking; blend very smooth for less grain.

Equipment

  • fork or whisk
  • Small Bowl
  • Blender (optional for avocado/tofu)

Method
 

  1. Choose your use-case: spreading (sandwich/wrap), dressing (salad), or saucing (hot or mixed sauces).
  2. Use the listed ratio for your starting amount of mayonnaise, then check thickness against your goal.
  3. Adjust flavor with a small acid boost: lemon juice or vinegar (start with 1-2 teaspoon per ½ cup) and a pinch of salt if needed.
  4. For any option that’s thinner or looser, let it rest 5 minutes so it thickens; for overly thick swaps, whisk in 1 teaspoon water at a time.
  5. If using for warm dishes, avoid high-heat cooking with yogurt/tofu unless you reduce heat and stir gently to prevent separation.

Notes

  • For best texture: strain Greek yogurt, blend avocado/tofu very smooth, and thin hummus with water until spoonable.

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