Tart Olive Oil Mayonnaise
Elevate your homemade condiment game with this Tart Olive Oil Mayonnaise recipe—a bold and tangy twist on the classic spread! Made with rich egg yolk, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of Dijon mustard, this mayonnaise creates an irresistible balance of creamy texture and sharp, citrusy flavor. The signature ingredient—high-quality olive oil—not only adds a luxurious mouthfeel but also infuses the spread with a subtle, fruity complexity. Prepared in just 10 minutes with simple pantry staples, this mayonnaise is whipped into a luscious emulsion that’s perfect as a sandwich spread, a dip for roasted vegetables, or a dressing for fresh salads. A splash of water smooths the final texture, while the adjustable tartness lets you tailor it to your taste. Once you try this homemade version, you’ll never go back to store-bought!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large Egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Place the egg yolk in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Make sure the bowl is stable and does not move during whisking.
Add the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt to the egg yolk. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
To begin emulsifying, add the olive oil one drop at a time while continuously whisking. Once the mixture begins to thicken and turn creamy, increase the oil to a slow, steady stream. Be careful not to add the oil too quickly, as this can cause the mayonnaise to break.
Once all the oil is incorporated and the mayonnaise is thick and glossy, whisk in the tablespoon of water to loosen the texture and make it smoother.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to achieve your desired tartness.
Transfer the mayonnaise to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week. Enjoy as a spread, dip, or dressing!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.6 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.7 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 184 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1307 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 51 mg | 1% | |
*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.
