Vegan Mayo
« LAST UPDATE: 30 January 2022 »
PUBLISHED: 15 May 2015
Let’s talk mayonnaise.
It’s a critical component in creamy dishes like potato salad, macaroni salad, and coleslaw. It makes a terrific sandwich spread, and it’s perfect for dipping french fries.
Luckily, getting a dairy-free version of that creamy taste you love has never been easier.
Here’s everything you need to know.
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Vegan Mayo
PUBLISHED: 16 May 2015 » LAST UPDATE: 30 January 2022
Let’s talk mayonnaise.
It’s a critical component in creamy dishes like potato salad, macaroni salad, and coleslaw. It makes a terrific sandwich spread, and it’s perfect for dipping french fries.
Luckily, getting a dairy-free version of that creamy taste you love has never been easier.
Here’s everything you need to know.
QUICK NAVIGATION
QUICK FACTS
» Category: Food & Drink Guides
» Minutes to Read: 5
» Recipes to Try: 7
Shopping Guide
Let’s talk about mayo basics. Most likely, you know that mayonnaise usually contains eggs. Obviously, mayo made from eggs isn’t vegan.
So, what kind of mayonnaise is vegan? Egg-free mayo products are made using plant ingredients instead.
Here’s a list of the vegan brands to look for when shopping.
Where to Find Vegan Mayo
Generally speaking, you’ll be able to find vegan versions of mayo in well-stocked grocery stores. Even Walmart stocks them.
Like egg-based mayonnaise, you’ll find vegan versions at stores in two places.
First, check the refrigerated section with the perishable mayonnaise products. Many of the egg-free versions live there.
Finally, check the middle aisles for vegan options alongside other shelf-stable versions.
Vegan Mayo Brands
- Chosen Foods
Avocado Oil Mayo
- Earth Balance
Original Mindful, Olive Oil Mindful
- Good & Gather
Vegan Dressing
- Follow Your Heart
Vegenaise
- Plant Perfect
Mayo
- Sir Kensington’s
Classic, Chipotle, Special Sauce, Avocado Oil
- Spectrum Naturals
Vegan Light Canola Mayo
- Whole Foods
365 Everyday Value Vegan Mayo
Do you make a vegan product that isn’t listed? Contact me.
A Quick Note: Hellman’s, owned by Unilever, also makes an egg-less mayo that is widely available.
I decided not to link to it because of their frivolous almost lawsuit and behind-the-scenes conspiracy to thwart the success of “vegan mayonnaise” made by Just, formerly Hampton Creek Foods.
Not cool.
I love the fact that more non-vegan companies are taking notice and creating more vegan options, I do.
Having options is vital if veganism is going to go mainstream.
If I was stranded on a desert island and the only vegan option available was Hellman’s, I would eat it.
[What? Vegans end up stranded on islands all the time.]
But, if I were at a grocery store where other choices are available, I’d choose a different brand.
That’s just me.
Reading Food Labels:
Can You Eat Mayo as a Vegan?
Vegans avoid mayonnaise because it contains eggs. Luckily, there are plenty of eggless choices. According to US law, products labeled ‘mayonnaise’ must contain egg yolks. For this reason, vegan products have “mayo” on the label instead. Some brands will also use the word ‘vegan.’ Others won’t.
Recipes to Try
Delicious, creamy egg-less mayo isn’t only at your local grocery or natural foods market. It can also be made at home.
Here are a few easy recipes to get you started.
7 Vegan Mayo Recipes

1. Perfect Vegan Aquafaba Mayo
Minimalist Baker

2. Vegan Mayo
Love & Lemons

3. Vegan Mayonnaise (Thick & Creamy)
Loving It Vegan

4. Easy Vegan Mayo
The Simple Veganista

5. Vegan Mayo
The Hidden Veggies

6. Oil-Free Vegan Mayo
Vegan Huggs

7. Allergy-Free Vegan Mayonnaise
Strength & Sunshine
Recipes to Try
- Perfect Vegan Aquafaba Mayo
Minimalist Baker
- Vegan Mayo
Love & Lemons
- Vegan Mayonnaise (Thick & Creamy)
Loving It Vegan
- Easy Vegan Mayo
The Simple Veganista
- Vegan Mayo
The Hidden Veggies
- Oil-Free Vegan Mayo
Vegan Huggs
- Allergy-Free Vegan Mayonnaise
Strength & Sunshine

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