What is a good substitute for mayo in sandwiches, etc?

Question

I've noticed many recipes online and in cookbooks that call for mayo as a condiment. But what is a good alternative for someone who hates the taste and texture? Does it depend on the dish in question?

Miracle Whip and mayo are interchangeable and most people can't tell a difference.

Answer 1

butter!

Answer 2

Yes - it depends on what you are making.

Here are some ideas:

1) sour cream

2) yogurt - drain it for a few hours in a coffee filter to make it thicker

3) Best Food Dijonaise

4) Plain low-fat yogurt combined with low-fat cottage cheese. (I'd pulse it in a food processor 2 -3 times.)
http://www.fitnessandfreebies.com/food/foodsubs.html

5) Healthy Mayonnaise Substitute

1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup cold water
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white vinegar
2 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish

Directions:
1. Place the cornstarch in a small saucepan, whisk in the cold water, and set the pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil. Boil for 1 to 2 minutes or until the mixture is clear. Remove from the heat and transfer to a small bowl.

2. Whisk in the olive oil, vinegar, yogurt, mustard, and horseradish. Store tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

If you wish, add a tablespoon of low-sodium ketchup and a dash of hot sauce.

Makes about 1 cup.
Total Time: 2 minutes (Preparation: 1 min. Cooking: 1 min.)

Nutrition Information
Per One Tablespoon:
Calories 18
Total Fat 2 g
Saturated Fat 0
Cholesterol 0
Protein 0
Carbohydrates 1 g
Sodium 5 mg
Added Sugar 0
Fiber 0
http://www.holisticonline.com/living/liv_mock-mayonnaise.htm

Answer 3

The mayo is really just for moisture. If you toast the bread and put thin slices of tomato above and below the filling, you won't need any fatty dressing at all. I do like mustard, though.

Answer 4

Mustard

Answer 5

Tofu "Mayo"

2 tsp. fresh chopped garlic
4 oz. soft tofu cake
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1 tsp. apple cider vinegar
salt to taste
In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until smooth. Place in a jar and refrigerate.


sour cream you can just add some oil if the mayo is for moisture or sour cream if it's also for "zip." also sometimes substituted a combo of mustard and sour cream or cream cheese honey...

Answer 6

I also hate mayo and miracle whip. I use Italian dressing. Less fat and better texture.

Answer 7

try mixing mayo with honey mustard.....it will have the texture of mayo but the taste of mustard....it all depends on the dish. It may work it may not.

Answer 8

I don't like mayo either. It's thick and fatty and lacking in any real flavor... Try this instead:

Fat-Free UN-Mayo

Ingredients
2 cups plain fat-free yogurt, drained
2 cups fat free silken tofu
1 Tbsp roasted garlic
2 Tbsp vinegar
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 Tbs. sea salt
1/2 tsp. white pepper
Optional:
1 tsp red pepper sauce (for spice)

Instructions
Drain yogurt, blend with all other ingredients until smooth. If desired, add red pepper sauce for spicy flavor.

Answer 9

it depends on the food, but I always use mustard with just a tiny bit of fat free mayo/miracle whip for things like potato salad, tuna salad, chicken salad, etc. Mustard has more flavor and is far better for you.

Answer 10

Mustard, ketchup, ranch dressing, any sort of dressing truly, pesto, spaghetti sauce (you snort till you attempt spaghetti sauce, mozzerella and salami toasted lol) Use your mind's eye

Answer 11

I loathe mayo in anything except a potato salad or macaroni salad.

Miracle Whip is just a little more tolerable to me.

I have heard of people using raw egg whites as well.