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Avocado Mayonnaise Recipe

This vibrant, creamy avocado mayonnaise is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional mayonnaise! Perfect for those watching their cholesterol or following a plant-based diet. This recipe, inspired by raw and living foods popular in Spain, Mexico, Central America, and the Southern USA, whips up in minutes and makes a fantastic salad dressing (add a touch of honey!), sandwich spread, or dip. Say goodbye to heavy, store-bought mayo and hello to fresh, flavorful goodness!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 1072.3 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 4.3 (12 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Avocado Mayonnaise

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Lemon, Juice Of
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil

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How to Make Avocado Mayonnaise

  1. Wash and halve 1 ripe avocado.
  2. Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (or more, to taste).
  4. With the blender running on low speed, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil until fully emulsified.
  5. Stop the blender occasionally to scrape down the sides and ensure all ingredients are combined.
  6. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Yields approximately 3/4 cup.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

78g

Carbs

8g

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