Mayo Alternative?

L2M1D52
L2M1D52 Posts: 616 Member
edited October 1 in Food and Nutrition
I absolutely love mayo in my sandwiches, etc. but I know how bad it can be. I was looking up mayo alternatives for sandwiches and came across yogurt, pesto, cottage cheese, and mustard. The yogurt and cottage cheese sound really strange to use and I despise mustard. Has anyone tried pesto or any other alternative? Any thoughts would be greatly appreciated, Thanks in advance! :bigsmile:
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  • 46and2
    46and2 Posts: 167
    I've tried the yogurt.. it's alright.. I prefer fat free cream cheese. That's really good!
  • kacarter1017
    kacarter1017 Posts: 651 Member
    hummus, light mayo, lots of veggies (keep it moist with no fat)
  • NiciS72
    NiciS72 Posts: 1,043 Member
    What about avacado? I know it's got fat, but it's the good kind. I see them use this all the time on the food network instead of mayo.
  • silkysly
    silkysly Posts: 701 Member
    I don't give up mayo.., I'll just work a little harder on my fitness end of it. :o)
  • chantel14
    chantel14 Posts: 128
    Are we talking mayo or miracle whip? I always just assume miracle whip when someone is talking about mayo lol. I use fat free miracle whip, a ton less calories and it tastes almost exactly the same.
  • carajo
    carajo Posts: 532 Member
    smashed avocado is awesome, plus its a healthy fat!! I use yogurt in tuna and chicken salads...
  • NancyAnne1960
    NancyAnne1960 Posts: 500 Member
    Mayo lover here too!! I really like the Kraft olive oil mayo. I can't give it up all together. Also, as mentioned, I use hummus and avacado (healthy fat) as alternatives too.
  • Jorra
    Jorra Posts: 3,338 Member
    I like using light sour cream when I need a little sauce with something.
  • squishycow7
    squishycow7 Posts: 820 Member
    I love hummus on sandwiches. or fat free mayo isn't so bad either...

    & mustards are way fewer calories, and there are tons of different varieties if you don't care for the plain old yellow kind. personally I love Koop's brand Arizona Heat mustard, I put it on everything!
  • xtinajoc
    xtinajoc Posts: 9 Member
    mayo made with olive oil, a lil less in calories but still tastes great!
  • ignatiusreilly
    ignatiusreilly Posts: 411 Member
    This is a healthy and delicious alternative to mayo: http://www.followyourheart.com/products/category/vegenaise/
  • shantie10
    shantie10 Posts: 62 Member
    Laughing cow, hummas, fat free mayo or even light mayo
  • Jessicaruby
    Jessicaruby Posts: 881 Member
    i use hummus...they have many different flavors and it is sooo good! avacado is also a good option. on occasion i will use a packet of mayo from subway which only has 35 calories
  • broganvc
    broganvc Posts: 21 Member
    I actually use a product called Nayonnaise- it's a soy based mayonnaise!
  • Asil76
    Asil76 Posts: 477 Member
    I LOVE mayo and I still use it but I use a lot less of it and I use low fat. If I am having a wrap or toasted sandwich I use Light Laughing Cow cheese wedges in place of the mayo or I use Spicy Mustard.
  • L2M1D52
    L2M1D52 Posts: 616 Member
    Are we talking mayo or miracle whip? I always just assume miracle whip when someone is talking about mayo lol. I use fat free miracle whip, a ton less calories and it tastes almost exactly the same.

    I was just about to clarify because I forgot about the miracle whip. When it comes to mayo I am extremely picky and sorry to say do not like miracle whip at all :noway: lol. I'm talking the ol kraft mayo :happy:
  • atlraine
    atlraine Posts: 172 Member
    What about avacado? I know it's got fat, but it's the good kind. I see them use this all the time on the food network instead of mayo.

    Avacado is a DEFINITE alternative to mayo. I love it and I don't miss mayo. Try spicey mustard or honey mustard - just be leary of the cals from hone mustard.
  • kiannlouise
    kiannlouise Posts: 310 Member
    Philly cheese? Avocado?
  • caseysray
    caseysray Posts: 57 Member
    Hummus and avocado are great alternatives. I hate yellow mustard, but have recently realized that I love honey mustard on my sandwiches.
  • RNewton4269
    RNewton4269 Posts: 663 Member
    I haven't given up mayo. I just make it a light mayonnaise, don't use a lot or at least the serving size, and account for it.
  • lalalazzz
    lalalazzz Posts: 131 Member
    I'm totally with everyonr on the avacodo! Mash it up and spice it up and use it as a spread. I like it spicy and add a cajun spice mix.
  • Panda86
    Panda86 Posts: 873
    I know of someone who uses hummus on her sandwiches... and it comes in all different flavors.
  • yjones15
    yjones15 Posts: 3 Member
    I use guacamole or just sliced avocados. You can search recipes online for guacamole or buy it in the stores or Epicure has a seasoning so that you make it yourself (I prefer Epicure's it has a bit more flavour than some store bought ones that I've tried). Here's their website: http://www.epicureselections.com/en/
  • krisntraining
    krisntraining Posts: 201 Member
    I agree on the avocado! That's what I try and use most of the time. Still high in cals but very heart healthy and it only takes a small slice to smear on the bread - yum!
  • L2M1D52
    L2M1D52 Posts: 616 Member
    I don't give up mayo.., I'll just work a little harder on my fitness end of it. :o)


    haha nice!
  • MaitreyeeMAYHEM
    MaitreyeeMAYHEM Posts: 559 Member
    I use red vinegar or mustard.
  • L2M1D52
    L2M1D52 Posts: 616 Member
    Thanks everyone, good ideas. I love hummus and avocado, and the two suggestion on the nayonaise and the other mayo like spread look good. Thank you :)
  • goingcrazy951
    goingcrazy951 Posts: 8
    mayo made with olive oil is what i use!
  • ironband
    ironband Posts: 157 Member
    +1 on the laughing cow...many varieties that compliment various foods!
  • SparkleShine
    SparkleShine Posts: 2,001 Member
    I've found that I love the Kraft Chipotle mayo...has less fat too!
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