mayonnaise substitute
in salad.

Mayonnaise is the base of creamy salad dressings, providing richness and emulsification. The sub should have comparable fat content and binding power.

top substitutes

01

Dijon Mustard

10.0best for salad
1 tsp : 1 tsp

Adds creaminess in dressings; milder flavor

02

Tartar Sauce

10.0best for salad
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Base ingredient, add relish and lemon

03

Mayonnaise Dressing

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Lighter commercial mayo-style dressing; 1:1 swap in sandwiches and salads, slightly sweeter

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04

Creamy Dressing

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Ranch-style creamy dressing; 1:1 swap in sandwiches and chicken salad, adds herb flavor

05

Sour Cream

7.5
1:1

Tangy and thick; works 1:1 in dips and baked potatoes, less rich than mayo

06

Cream Cheese

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Soften to room temperature; richer and tangier, works in dips and chicken salads

07

Hummus

6.7
1 tbsp : 1 tbsp

Creamy spread, very different flavor

08

Plain Yogurt

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Thin with milk if needed; tangy and mild, lower fat swap in dressings and dips

09

Greek Yogurt

5.0
1:1

Qualitative substitution — adjust to taste

10

Avocado

5.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Mash ripe avocado; creamy healthy swap in sandwiches and tuna salad, less tangy

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