Is it just me, or does it seem like every single homemade mayo recipe has eggs in it? Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy eggs as much as the next person, but I’m also all about a bit of variety, especially when it comes to my recipes. With that in mind, I’m thrilled to share this recipe for making a wickedly tasty homemade mayo using fresh avocado, instead of eggs.

This recipe is perfect for anyone who may be allergic to eggs, or can’t eat them for whatever other reason. Avocado is a perfect substitute to use because it provides a thick and creamy texture to your mayo. On top of that, it’s also an excellent source of:

Dietary fiber
Heart-healthy monounsaturated fatty acids
Vitamins A, B6, E, and K
Essential minerals like potassium, sodium, and magnesium
Disease-fighting antioxidants, with daily consumption perhaps helping to ward off certain neurodegenerative diseases (1)

Making Egg-Free Mayonnaise

As you can see, there are quite a few perks to swapping out the eggs for fresh avocado when making homemade mayo. This recipe takes things even further though by also adding in ¼ cup of olive oil (be sure to aim for extra virgin olive oil!) as well. Olive oil offers similar benefits as the avocado; it’s a terrific source of healthy fats and antioxidants that has been shown to significantly reduce your risk of heart disease. (2)