In my local Whole Foods, which is approximately the size of a small convention hall, I had never found a mayonnaise that was free of gluten, dairy, soy, corn and egg. Hain’s Safflower was our mayonnaise of choice because we don’t react to eggs but we do avoid soy. I recommended Vegenaise for people who could have soy but not eggs.
But soy-free and egg-free meant mayonnaise free.
Then I learned that Vegenaise makes a soy-free version using safflower oil. If you live near a Whole Foods this company is in their system so you have to ask for the product to be ordered for you if it is not in stock. I have not tried this product so I can’t vouch for the taste.
But last week I saw that Earth Balance has a mayonnaise without any of the big allergens. I think they have to call it a sandwich spread, but for anyone on a limited diet this is so exciting. I have several recipes that simply require mayonnaise and the total lack of a solution in this area has been frustrating.
It is even Non-GMO project certified which is really important when dealing with canola.
There are actually TWO flavors. Olive Oil and Regular. The regular has a jar with a blue lid. The olive oil one has a green lid. The olive oil one is great. I was expecting something strange that might require other seasoning to hide the flavor. But no, it works and tastes like real egg mayo. I made my husband chicken salad with it last night and never told him what was in it. He didn’t even notice and he is used to soybean oil and egg mayo.
So now you do have a choice! Read further about the product at the link below and find a store near you!
