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.

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.

• 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.

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.