Heart-Healthy Umami Mayo
Elevate your condiments game with this delectable Heart-Healthy Umami Mayo, a creamy and nutritious alternative perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Made with silken tofu as its velvety base, this recipe is packed with plant-based goodness and layered with irresistible flavors, thanks to miso paste, nutritional yeast, and a tangy blend of lemon juice and apple cider vinegar. With just 10 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, it’s a quick and easy solution for upgrading sandwiches, wraps, salads, or even dipping veggies. This vegan mayo boasts a rich umami taste, low in fat and cholesterol-free, making it a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you're looking for a dairy-free condiment or a versatile spread, this heart-healthy recipe will keep your taste buds and your health in perfect harmony. Store it in your fridge for up to a week and let this flavor-packed mayo become your new kitchen staple!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Miso paste (white or yellow)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Place the silken tofu in a blender or food processor for the mayo base.
Add the nutritional yeast, miso paste, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder to the blender.
Pour in the olive oil and water to help with blending and create a smooth consistency.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a touch more salt or lemon juice to taste.
Transfer the mayo to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Use as a spread, dip, or dressing. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.6 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1370 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 857 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 597 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
