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What is a good substitute for mayo?

UrbanLotus
UrbanLotus Posts: 1,163 Member
edited January 13 in Food and Nutrition
So I'm a big mayo lover - before I joined MFP I would get extra mayo on sandwiches...obviously I'm trying to cut that habit :). But what is a healthier sauce I can use on sandwiches and wraps, something yummy! i don't really like mustard, and I like things that are flavorful.

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  • FredDoyle
    FredDoyle Posts: 2,272 Member
    I use greek yoghurt mixed with different things like garlic, mustard, etc.
  • jsmith2377
    jsmith2377 Posts: 208 Member
    laughing cow cheese wedges
  • UrbanLotus
    UrbanLotus Posts: 1,163 Member
    Oh mixing greek yogurt with garlic sounds good!
  • sahm23ladies
    sahm23ladies Posts: 91 Member
    ojai lemonaise light
  • kellie1055
    kellie1055 Posts: 80 Member
    I just cant give mayo up so I use Kraft mayo made with olive oil...only 45 calories a tablespoon and I use about half of that for a sandwhich.
  • geebusuk
    geebusuk Posts: 3,348 Member
    In the UK we get extra light mayo which isn't too bad on calories.

    Also consider 'light' salad dressings.
  • fancycupcake
    fancycupcake Posts: 78 Member
    I have a low calorie mayo in my fridge right now - I can't remember the name of it exactly, but I think it's Hellman's. It tastes great and only has like 15 calories for 2 tbsp, which I find is too much on a sandwich!!

    When I get home I'll try to remember to look, come back, and let you know :D

    If you love mayo, no reason to cut it out completely - just look for a "healthier" version!
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    hummus is a good substitute

    but mayo is mayo IMO. you can always make your own with eggs and olive oil oil and herbs and spices. it's significantly less calories that way
  • mandypizzle
    mandypizzle Posts: 633 Member
    I like the yogurt idea! I want to try that. I just use regular real may made with olive oil. But I very rarely use it.
  • jamiem1102
    jamiem1102 Posts: 1,196 Member
    greek yogurt or light sour cream
  • BonnieandClyde29
    BonnieandClyde29 Posts: 1,026 Member
    I love using laughing cow cheese, or even hellman's light "mayonesa" its got lime in it and waaay less or calories....but for a lot of sandwhiches and stuff i use the laughing cow cheese....really good and low cals!!!!
  • hollyNhollywood
    hollyNhollywood Posts: 426 Member
    hummus or guacamole... depending on your ingredients.
    Thats what I usually use.
    or I use 1/2 - 1 serving of soft, flavored goat cheese
  • BoatReadyBody
    BoatReadyBody Posts: 376
    I squish and spread avocados on everything..
  • beautyisnotashape
    beautyisnotashape Posts: 15 Member
    I always use hummus in my wraps and sandwiches. Or Laughing Cow, which is great especially since it comes in different flavors.
    Avacado is another tasty alternative -- which I unfortanately happen to be allergic too. :sad:
    And greek yogurt can be mixed with lots of things :)
    (When all else fails, I use a serving size of light mayo. It isn't a big deal."
  • WillLift4Tats
    WillLift4Tats Posts: 1,699 Member
    Avocado! Not low in calories but its got more bang for its buck and tastes delicious!
  • TahoeSki
    TahoeSki Posts: 69 Member
    Kraft Chipolte sandwich spread/mayo is very tasty and only 35 calories per tablespoon.
  • beautyisnotashape
    beautyisnotashape Posts: 15 Member
    Avocado! Not low in calories but its got more bang for its buck and tastes delicious!
    Plus, they're nutrient rich and not empty calories, either. Avacados are great for you. :)
  • mbajrami
    mbajrami Posts: 636 Member
    Adding avocado to my tuna is something I have done recently that was a pleasant surprise! Aside from that, I use the Kraft Mayo with Olive Oil...I was a little resistant at first because I love the taste of real mayo, but I got used to it.
  • wikitbikit
    wikitbikit Posts: 518 Member
    I'm not a big mayo fan and basically only use it with tuna, but I substituted it with Kraft Sandwich Spread the other day and it was pretty good. Gives a creamy texture, only has I think 35 calories/tablespoon. It is pretty high in sodium, though.

    On its own it kinda tastes maybe like Thousand Island dressing? Sorta.
  • paygep
    paygep Posts: 401 Member
    I use hummus dip on my sammies instead of mayo all the time. But when I gotta have the real thing I just have a half serving.
  • albertjanetsky
    albertjanetsky Posts: 2 Member
    I agree with FredDoyle. What's even more fun is turning a gallon of your favorite milk into you're own Greek Yogurt.

    here is how...
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2CN7938yu1s
  • kellie1055
    kellie1055 Posts: 80 Member
    I have a low calorie mayo in my fridge right now - I can't remember the name of it exactly, but I think it's Hellman's. It tastes great and only has like 15 calories for 2 tbsp, which I find is too much on a sandwich!!

    When I get home I'll try to remember to look, come back, and let you know :D

    If you love mayo, no reason to cut it out completely - just look for a "healthier" version!

    Thats awesome!! I cant wait to find out what this is!
  • UrbanLotus
    UrbanLotus Posts: 1,163 Member
    Oh the chipotle sandwich spread sounds good, i'll look for that!

    I used to use light/olive oil mayo - problem is I really like a lot of it, so 1 tbsp wouldnt' cut it :(. Is it difficult to make your own mayo?
    i've never like the fat free mayos, they have a weird taste.

    I love avocado on sandwiches but still need mayo lol
  • now_or_never13
    now_or_never13 Posts: 1,575 Member
    Use mayo just less of it! Nothing wrong with mayo! I love Hellmans half fat mayo. Sometimes I mix in other spices to help change up the flavour.

    People use greek yogurt as a sustitute.. I'm not fond of it as I prefer mayo.
  • UrbanLotus
    UrbanLotus Posts: 1,163 Member
    I used to use light/olive oil mayo - problem is I really like a lot of it, so 1 tbsp wouldnt' cut it :(.

    i don't want to use less of it lol! i want something where I can use a good amount of it
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