Nutritious vegan-naise, low in saturated fat and cholesterol-free

If you love mayonnaise but are concerned about its high calorie content or would like to make your own and skip the eggs (especially now with the avian flu), here you can find a delicious recipe that is not only more nutritious, but you can also customize.

Vegan-naise

Depending on the availability of the ingredients and your pocket, I provide you with options of each one so you can try this delicious mayonnaise and adapt to your palate. It is also natural and you will probably like it more than the store bought. Play with the ingredients and substitute one for another. Start with tofu or cashew nuts (if using the latter, soak it for 2 – 8 hours before grinding. Cashew makes mayonnaise creamier. Add the rest of the ingredients in the order of the list. Lemon or vinegar give it distinct acidity, while sugar adds an optional sweet touch. It can be seasoned with mustard or the spices of your choice (dill is my favorite), preferably white to maintain the traditional color of mayonnaise. Nutritional yeast is rich in nutrients, such as proteins, fibers, B vitamins, antioxidants and minerals, and adds nutritional value, it is particularly recommended if you do not use cashews, as it gives it a similar flavor. You can substitute olive oil for tofu, if you do, it is key that you add it drop by drop, while incorporating it into the mixture so that an emulsion remains, otherwise it will not thicken. Do not replace olive oil with coconut oil, as it will usually solidify at room temperature. Place everything in a food processor or a high-speed or immersion blender, airing the mixture for better texture results. Taste and adjust how sweet, tangy, or salty you want it. Store in a jar with a lid in the refrigerator to finish thickening.

Ingredients to choose from:
Soft tofu, preferable silken / cashew, soaked and processed - 1/2 cup
Lemon juice / white vinegar / apple cider vinegar -1 tablespoon
Dijon mustard / vegetable seasoning / garlic/ / dill -1 1/4 tsp
Sugar / agave / maple syrup (the latter adds its own flavor), to taste - optional
Olive oil – 2 tsp optional or 1 /2 cup if not using tofu or cashews
Nutritional yeast – 1 tablespoon, optional
Salt to taste

Depending on the ingredients, it lasts up to 2 weeks. Enjoy in sandwiches, salads, sauces, etc.