Question

What can you use instead of mayo in egg salad?

Answer 1

Instead of mayo in egg salad you can use Greek Yogurt, mashed avocado, sour cream, Hummus, Tahini, Cream Cheese or even some Olive Oil and Lemon/Vinegar.

Greek Yogurt is a great alternative for mayo in egg salad as Greek Yogurt provides a nice creamy and thick texture, with a tangy flavor, and acts as a direct high protein swap for mayo in egg salad.

Mashed avocado provides a rich consistency and healthy fats, which can be paired with lemon juice to prevent browning.

Sour Cream is a nice creamy alternative to mayo in egg salad that adds a similar richness to mayo and tang to traditional mayo.

Hummus is a nice savory, creamy base that also works well in egg salad in place of mayo.

Tahini is a creamy and nutty alternative to mayo in egg salad that acts as a strong binder.

Cream Cheese adds a thick and creamy and mild flavor profile in egg salad and works great as an alternative to mayo in egg salad.

Olive Oil and Lemon and vinegar also works well as a good alternative to mayo in egg salad.

A simple mixture of olive oil and acid like the lemon/vinegar or even apple cider vinegar provides moisture and tang to the egg salad without the thickness of mayo.

Also because these mayo alternatives in egg salad might be less rich than mayo, you can add some extra flavor using fresh dill, Dijon mustard, chives, chopped pickles and or paprika.

The best combination for an alternative to mayo in egg salad is Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream for the closest and creamiest texture to traditional egg salad when made with mayo.

If you want a lighter d dairy free version of egg salad you can use avocado.