Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (2024)

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It’s time you stopped buying that salmonella pudding trap they call “mayo”. Do yourself a favor and make this Creamy Rich Cashew Mayo. It’s healthy, egg-free, low-fat, super easy, and delicious. You deserve better and so does your sandwich.

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The Best Cashew Mayo Recipe

This Cashew mayo is a great vegan mayo alternative. Why? Because cashews are very neutral in flavor and have an awesome texture after you soak and blend them. Thick, rich, and creamy!

How Do You Make Cashew Mayonnaise

This recipe is amazingly SIMPLE! Soak some cashews, toss them in a blender with the spices, and blend until smooth. That’s it.

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Plant-based or meat-eater, sauces are what make sandwiches. And, a sandwich is not a sandwich without some type of mayo on it. So, why not make a vegan mayo that’s healthy and can be slathered on with reckless abandon?

One way to try the amazing plant-based mayo is on myPotato Chip Tomato Sandwich. Pretty amazing!

Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (3)

You will love this Cashew Mayo recipe? It’s…

  • creamy
  • rich
  • tangy
  • thick
  • simple to make
  • & absolutely delicious!

And, if you do make this recipe I want to know. So, please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture onInstagramwith the hashtag#shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

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A much healthier alternative to regular mayo. This cashew mayo is creamy, rich, tangy, delicious and easy to make.

  • Author: Shane Martin
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cup 1x
  • Category: Dips & Spreads
  • Method: Blend
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 cup raw cashews
  • 1 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp. mustard (yellow or dijon)
  • 1 tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ¼ heaping tsp. sea salt
  • ¼ to ½ cup water

Instructions

  1. Soak cashews in hot water for 30 minutes. If you have a high-speed blender, like a Vitamix, soaking is optional. But, it will make the mayo that much creamier.
  2. Add cashews along with all other ingredients to blender and process until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stop and taste test: adding more apple cider vinegar for tanginess; lemon juice for acidity; salt for saltiness; and more water if you want it not so thick.
  4. Blend once more after making final adjustments. Pour into a jar or container and store in fridge until ready to use. It will keep for several days.

Notes

Add a chipotle pepper in adobo sauce during the blending and it makes a great aioli.

If you have a nut allergy, use a 12 ounce box of firm or extra firmsilken tofu.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 51
  • Sugar: 0.6 g
  • Sodium: 1.3 mg
  • Fat: 3.9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Fiber: 0.3 g
  • Protein: 1.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

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  1. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (10)Tom

    Kudos! This is the only vegan mayo I’ve ever made and liked. I’m planning to experiment with subbing almonds as cashews have a slightly sweet taste I don’t care for.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (11)Shane Martin

      Thank you so much!!!

      Reply

  2. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (12)Eleanor

    Loved it, and particularly the encouragement to taste and add more of different ingredients for different flavors. I added more of dijon mustard, lemon, apple cider and a pinch more salt. I kept tasting it until it was as tangy as I wanted it. I made it so I could made the aioli for Portobello steaks which were excellent. I look forward to using it as is and a base for for other sauces. I look forward to trying some adobo pepper in it. Yum yum!

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  3. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (13)SH Ko

    Wow!!!!! It’s so delicious!!! i LOVE this vegan mayo which is easy to make, delicious and healthy. Thank you so much for sharing❤️

    Reply

  4. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (14)Allison D

    This is the best vegan mayo recipe I’ve come across over the past 6 years that I’ve been vegan. The sour cream is also amazing! Thank you Shane & Simple. I continue to go back to this one time and time again!

    Reply

  5. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (15)Michelle

    Perfect with so many recipes;as for me, fresh garlic is added instead of powder. An essential sauce. Thank you!

    Reply

  6. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (16)Aniara

    Absolutely delicious 😋 thank you so much 🙏. My husband tasted this and Hellman mayo without knowing which was which and your cashew mayo was praised ❤️

    Reply

    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (17)Shane Martin

      Wow, what a compliment! thank you so much!!!

      Reply

  7. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (18)Tanya

    This worked really well with sauerkraut liquid instead of water, it’s a great way to use it up if you regularly make ferments. Thanks!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (19)Shane Martin

      Great idea! I’ll have to try it.

      Reply

  8. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (20)Len

    Excellent Mayo recipe. I like this better than any mayo I’ve ever had that was store bought. Highly recommend at so easy. Love that it’s oil free too!

    Reply

  9. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (21)Kayla

    This was delicious!! I’m sharing it with all my friends.

    Reply

  10. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (22)Mary

    I used this mayonnaise to use with cooked artichoke. I was raised that you eat artichoke with dipping it into mayonnaise. I love how smooth of a texture it is without the oily feeling of regular mayonnaise. It doesn’t taste exactly like regular mayonnaise but it hits the right spot!!!

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  11. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (23)Angie

    I made this for vegan burger night. I gave it four stars only because I prefer Shane’s tofu mayo. Even though I have a high power blender, I soaked the cashews anyway. I blended for quite some time, but the texture was still more like ground mustard than mayo. It did the job on the burgers, adding a nice flavor and I will use it over the next week on sandwiches and wraps but will be going back to Shane’s tofu mayo after that! Thanks for great content, Shane; I know I can count on your recipes to be just what I want!

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  12. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (24)Kinda Wade

    I wonder if u can freeze this and also if I go half and half tofu/cashews…. Hmmm?

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (25)Shane Martin

      You could totally do the half-and-half thing. I haven’t frozen it, but see no reason why you couldn’t.

      Reply

  13. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (26)Marina

    Absolutely the best vegan mayo I have had the pleasure of making over the past 6 years of being vegan. I can’t underscore that comment enough. It is simply delightful! Thank you sir!

    Reply

    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (27)Shane Martin

      Thank you so much, Marina!!!

      Reply

  14. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (28)Giselle

    Delicious, great for a Daniel Fast mayo substitute. Love it on your black bean burgers.

    Reply

  15. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (29)Annie

    Best vegan mayo ever!

    Reply

    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (30)Shane Martin

      Thank you!!!

      Reply

  16. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (31)Teresa Bermudez

    Will this recipe work with cashew powder instead of cashews?

    Reply

    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (32)Shane Martin

      I’ve never tried it so I couldn’t say. It’s worth trying!

      Reply

  17. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (33)Tom

    I attempted a tofu mayo recipe and didn’t care for it, but this mayo is really good and really easy, thanks!

    Reply

    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (34)Shane Martin

      Thank you, Tom!

      Reply

  18. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (35)Suzanne Boritzki

    I finally made this today and it is delicious, looking forward to a tomato, onion and cucumber sandwich with mayo for dinner. I added a pinch of Himalayan Black Salt to add a touch of ‘eggy’ taste and happy with the results. I used 3/4 cup of water and may use a tad more on the next batch so it’s a bit thinner, but if the hubby likes it ‘as is’, then I won’t change anything since he’s the mayo lover.

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  19. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (36)Dorinda

    The cashew mayo was awesome. We used it on TLT’s (tempeh, lettuce, and tomato sandwiches) and loved it. I also had difficulty getting the mayo smooth like pictured. I soaked the cashews in hot water for 30 minutes, then drained and used them. I used my Vitamix and needed to add more than a 1/2 cup of water to the recipe before I could get the ingredients to touch the blades of my Vitamix and blend. It ended up a bit crunchy but tastes great. Even then, most of the ingredients were below the blades and not mixing well. Any thoughts. This is not the first time I have experienced this problem when making a sauce -type item in a small quantity. Any thoughts?

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (37)Castledark

      Haha make double?😁

      Reply

  20. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (38)sharon rhoads

    This recipe was so AWESOME…having not had mayo in such a long time bc of eating this way…I had to lick my Vitamix to clean it!
    When I added the water i used the heated water from soaking the Cashews….warm mayo…even better!

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  21. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (39)Linda M

    Can you use plant milk instead of water? Would it make it creamier or taste any different?

    Reply

  22. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (41)Deirdre

    This is a fantastic recipe! I love it. Delicious on potato salad. Thank you!

    Reply

  23. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (42)Deb Prentice

    How much is a serving size?

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (43)Shane Martin

      2 Tbsp

      Reply

  24. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (44)Andrea

    Soaking two cups raw cashews and getting ready to make my umpteenth cashew mayo – this is a GREAT recipe – and because i am a vegan with allergies – it was REAL important for me to get something that’s easy and delicious – and now i found it – thank you SO MUCH! (did i tell you that i am one of your subscribers?)

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (45)Shane Martin

      Thank you so much, Andrea!!!

      Reply

  25. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (46)Leah

    Finally tried this tonight, and now I wish I hadn’t put it off so long!! To the original recipe, I added 1/4 tsp black salt and 1 tbsp salted butter and it’s fantastic! So glad to have this as an option as I have to be completely egg free while nursing my baby!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (47)Susan

      Made this today for the first time. Loved it.
      Thanks so much.

      Reply

  26. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (48)Val

    The taste is great but I have a hard time blending small quantities like this in the vitamix and even after soaking the cashews I could not get the creamy texture; there are very small bits of cashews remaining. I don’t want to make more than one cup at a time, how do you recommend using the vitamix so it blends properly?

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (49)Shane Martin

      Hey, Val! I feel your pain and have been there. I would suggest getting the smoothie attachment for your Vitamix if it has a wide pitcher. Mine has a long narrow pitcher so it’s a bit more conducive when using small quantities.

      Reply

  27. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (50)Melody Sieglitz

    Hi Shane i have a dilema i am allergic to soy and nuts any suggestions i can use to make this incredible mayo?!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (51)Shane Martin

      Hi, Melody!

      I’m so sorry to hear that. You could try using a can of white beans. Simply drain and rinse and follow the normal instructions. Hope this helps…and works.

      Peace,
      shane

      Reply

  28. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (52)Natalie

    Hi Shane, this recipe is absolutely delicious. I just made it for a leek, apple and carrot coleslaw recipe I found. The mayo is in the fridge now getting cold, I can’t wait to eat it with the salad later. On its own though it’s delicious, had to have a few tbsp straight from the blender! It’s my first time making a raw vegan mayo and I don’t think I’ll need to look for any other recipes going forward! Nat

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (53)Shane Martin

      Wow, thank you so much, Natalie! This makes me so happy and I’m honored you would take the time to write and tell me. Enjoy your salad…it sounds awesome!

      Reply

  29. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (54)Crystal

    While I haven’t tried your recipe, I have several times made one that is VERY similar. I found that using Kala Namak (also called black salt) for all or part of the salt puts it over the top by giving just a touch of eggy flavor like regular mayo has. Also, I have found that it freezes quite well…it looks kind of weird when you first defrost it, a bit chunky and grainy…but with just a little stir it smooths right out.

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  30. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (55)Marion

    Hi Shane I picked up large jar of Aldi’s deluxe whole unsalted cashews by mistake. Can I still use the cashews or will it alter the taste? I’m an hour away from the store🤪 Thank you!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (56)Shane Martin

      I say use it:)

      Reply

      • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (57)Jennifer Feliu

        This cashew mayo is great! It taste just like regular mayo I can’t believe it! I followed the recipe exactly except for adding three cloves of garlic. I like my mayo extra garlicky. I will definitely make this again!

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  31. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (58)Stephanie

    Finally! Omgosh this is exactly what I’ve been searching for! I tried others and threw them away knowing I had to try yours next because your recipes seem to always be great. But I just couldn’t bear to throw anymore cashews away so I just quit buying them. Finally I decided to try again. My plan was potato salad.

    I learned to make small batches first because I have tried and tried to find a creamy Mayo or ranch substitute and nothing was working. Years ago My favorite sandwich used to be tomato, pepper and cucumbers with Mayo. I started.having it dry a long time ago because I couldn’t find a decent substitute. Then I just quit making them. Well not anymore! As soon as I tasted it I was like…Omgosh this will work great! And it did! It’s the first thing I made with your Mayo and it was great! I will definitely keep making this. Thank you for sharing it, it brought my fast, easy, delicious sandwich back! Whew!

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  32. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (59)Laura

    Substitute for Lemon Juice (none citrus item)?

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (60)Shane Martin

      Apple cider vinegar would work.

      Reply

  33. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (61)Mary Newton

    So many comments I almost didn’t want to crowd your inbox but this is perfect! Followed exactly the amounts in the recipe and I can actually use this in place of mayo on sandwiches etc. So simple and so good.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (62)Shane Martin

      I’m glad you didn’t listen to your inner voice. LOL! I love reading the comments and believe me, they help more than you know. So glad you enjoyed the mayo!

      Reply

  34. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (63)Astaff

    What would you recommend to use in place of apple cider vinegar. I simply cannot handle the taste of ACV.
    Thank you

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (64)Shane Martin

      Lemon juice would be an option.

      Reply

  35. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (65)Charlotte H Babb

    Can this recipe be cut in half? I never used a cup of mayo (DUKES!) in six months, so a cup of this will go bad long before I use it.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (66)Shane Martin

      Sure.

      Reply

  36. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (67)Simon

    I was looking for a Raw enzyme friendly mayo recipe and made this as per the original recipe to try it before trying to make it as near 100% raw as possible. I found the texture to be beautiful, very creamy and also rich tasting, reminded me a bit like a high quality horseradish consistency. I think that the teaspoon of garlic powder was too much. Maybe the Garlic powder I used from the Chinese supermarket was just very potent but I felt that it was too dominant. If you like Garlic sauce/Mayo you would be in heaven with this but I’m not a massive fan of strong Garlic tastes in food although I do enjoy subtle garlic taste so I am not quite a vampire! I think next time I will add very little garlic to it. Overall a great recipe and could not agree more about how store bought sauces are quite often just poisonous and something like this is just such a fantastic replacement. Thanks for sharing

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  37. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (68)Donna G

    Love, love, love! My go to Mayo for everything. Can you freeze it? Asking for travel purposes!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (69)Tessa

      I have frozen mine after his additions for coleslaw dressing and it did great!

      Reply

  38. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (70)Jonette

    Made it with the tofu suggestion. Added sriracha as suggested in another recipe. Could eat it in spoonfuls!

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  39. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (71)Lia

    Hi, can i opt out the mustard?

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (72)Shane Martin

      Absolutely.

      Reply

  40. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (73)Jose

    Great recipe! I threw in a couple of chipotles in adobo sauce before I even saw the recommendation. It was nice on top of some beyond meat tacos. I will be making this many times in the future!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (74)Shane Martin

      Thank you!!!

      Reply

  41. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (75)Ali Ginn

    Making my third batch now. We are so glad to be free of the store-bought vegan Mayo. I also made a batch using silken tofu. It was not quite as flavorful so I added a small chipotle pepper and a little adobe sauce. Delicious!

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  42. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (76)Susan

    This is fabulous! As close to the real deal as I’ve tasted. I’m going to make it with silken tofu tonight to try to cut down on some of the calories. Thank you, Shane!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (77)Shane Martin

      Thank you, Susan! So glad you liked it. Tofu does really well.

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  43. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (78)Sapna

    Hi Shane, I made this mayo today and it turned out to be pretty good. I don’t own a Vitamix but I did use my high-powered food processor. The texture is not as creamy or smooth as it would be when using a Vitamix blender but that’s okay because once it’s mixed into other foods, it doesn’t really matter. It’s all about taste.
    I love that your recipe does not require any oil or eggs. I cannot digest eggs and always can do without the added fat that comes from oil.
    The best part is making only the quantity I need for the time I need it. I no longer have to worry about getting through a whole jar anymore.
    Thanks for sharing and posting your recipes for all to benefit from.

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  44. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (79)Olivia

    I’ve been trying different mayo recipes for a few years and some were okay…but nothing was good enough to get my vegan 14 year old daughter off the veganaise. Tonight I made this recipe and asked her to taste it…she was hesitant because some of the recipes we’ve tried have not been very good. She tasted it and her face brightened and she said that it was the best one I had made and she would eat that! Very happy about that. I made it as written and it was so fast and easy. Turned out silky smooth in my Vitamix. I’m also really excited it’s only 1 point on WW. 🙂 Thanks for this great recipe!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (80)Shane Martin

      That’s awesome, Olivia!!!

      Reply

  45. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (81)MAry

    Hi Shane,
    I made this mayo for Thanksgiving while i was whipping up your delicious Apple Cranberry Coleslaw. We couldn’t stay away from it.
    Today I’m making the mayo again to slather on tortilla roll ups. I will finely mince some raw veggies and olives to sprinkle on before rolling and cutting. Love your recipes!!

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  46. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (82)Kathy

    Never been a fan of mayonnaise but this recipe is really good. I could see myself eating a small spoonful lol. I’ve made potato salad, pasta salad and tonight a coleslaw salad. First batch I tripled but forgot to triple water. Way too thick until I added more water. Second batch stayed with single ingredients and used 1/2 cup water. Wasn’t as smooth as first triple batch and thinner than I wanted. So next time will only add water a bit at a time after 1/4 cup.

    Taste reminds me more of a sandwich spread than mayo so I’m happy about that. Thanks for the great vegan recipes. It’s making this lifestyle change easier.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (83)Shane Martin

      Kathy, that is so great, and happy to hear you enjoyed it.

      Reply

  47. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (84)Sandi

    I have been looking for oil free recipes for some time. The first time I made this recipe, it was too thick. This time I added the extra water and it turned perfectly and tastes great. I made a chickpea mock tuna salad sandwich and the salad tasted better than when I usually make it with store brought vegan mayonnaise. Thank you!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (85)Shane Martin

      Sandi, that’s awesome! Thank you!!!

      Reply

  48. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (86)Melanie

    I am a mayo lover and giving up oil has been the hardest part of a WFBD. I thought I would just have to live without mayo – and macaroni salad, potato salad, and coleslaw.
    This cashew mayo is awesome! Thanks so much! I’m saved from a mayo free life!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (87)Shane Martin

      Glad I could help, Melanie:)

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  49. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (88)Carolyn Wheeler

    I love, love, love this recipe!! It is SOOO good!!

    Shane, you say it will last several days in the fridge, but I have found it lasts much longer. Mine has lasted at least two months in the fridge and probably would have lasted longer if I had not eaten it all. The consistency and taste at the end of two months was exactly the same as the day I made it I stored it in a sterile mason jar.

    Do love your recipes! You are a whole food plant based recipe genius! Please keep them coming!!!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (89)Shane Martin

      Thank you so much, Carolyn:)

      Reply

  50. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (90)Kim

    I am one of those people who can eat mayonnaise with a spoon. I have been eating vegan mayo because I have not been able to find anything close. I think I can give up the mayo… this stuff is delicious. I was so skeptical but you blew me away. Thank you so much for this recipe and all your amazing recipes.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (91)Shane Martin

      Thank you, Kim. And, I concur, I could eat as a soup:)

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  51. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (92)Emily

    So great! Made it to make for the coleslaw, but have extra and so glad for it!

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  52. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (93)Jane Reinsel

    I saw questions asking if walnuts or sunflower seeds would work but didn’t see a reply.

    I cannot East cashews or soy……

    Thanks

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (94)Shane Martin

      Hi, Jane! I have never tried it with either of those things, but it should work. I would try the sunflower seeds first. Hemp seeds would be a possibility as well as they make a great salad dressing.

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      • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (95)Jane Reinsel

        Shane, THANK YOU for taking time to respond! I do have hemp seeds here, so will try that.
        Jane

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        • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (96)Melissa

          Jane, I would LOVE to hear how your hemp seed version works out! Please share once you’ve made it!!

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        • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (97)Shane Martin

          Let me know how it works out.

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  53. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (98)Leslie Roberts

    Can this be made in a good processor? I don’t have a blender.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (99)Marsha

      I made this in a food processor and it came out good. Not quite as smooth as I had hoped, but that might be because of my food processor? I let the cashews soak for over 1/2 hour, so that isn’t the problem. I even added a little extra water hoping that would help. Good flavor!

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      • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (100)Shane Martin

        Hi, Marsha! What type of blender were you using out of curiosity?

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  54. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (101)Rebecca E Davidson

    I love this mayo!! Thank you! I also love how I already have all ingredients for your recipes, I don’t have to go out & get stuff I’ve never heard of before! This mayo delivers! Creamy, flavorful & simply divine! Super easy to make too! I would never eat dairy/oil based mayo’s ever again!!

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  55. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (102)Stacey

    Awesome!

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  56. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (103)Karen Johnson

    This is excellent! I just made it to use with my eggless egg salad.

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  57. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (104)Toni

    Has anyone made this with sunflower seeds?

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  58. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (105)Darlene Powell

    This is my favorite mayo recipe. It also makes a wonderful dip for buffalo cauliflower and I also put it on my baked potato instead of sour cream. I love it!!!

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  59. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (106)Gloria Beazley

    Tastes great! I just purchased a Vitamix and this was my first recipe. The texture is still a bit grainy, is that expected. Looking for newbie advice!!!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (107)Shane Martin

      It should be creamy and smooth. Try soaking the cashews in hot water for about 5 mins. and let them blend a little longer. Add a little water at a time to the blender if you need to.

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  60. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (108)Jenny

    Easy to make, and so delicious.

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  61. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (109)B

    Absolutely delicious! I’m in shock, have tried so many vegan mayo recipes in the past and nothing comes anywhere close to this amazing recipe. Genius!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (110)Shane Martin

      Thank you so much!!!

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  62. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (111)Jamie

    Awesome stuff! Made it exactly as is with out tweaking anything. And only 1 weight watchers point per serving. Thank you!!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (112)Shane Martin

      Jamie, thank you! Keep drumming!

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  63. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (113)Laci

    How long will this last in the fridge if I make it ahead of time?

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  64. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (114)Ana

    Yummy! So happy to have found a vegan mayo recipe I enjoy. I mixed it with chickpeas for lunch. Thanks so much for sharing.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (115)Shane Martin

      That’s great, Ana! We just did the same thing:) Great minds…

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  65. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (116)Sha

    Tastes great and super easy to make. My mayo still has a bit of texture and doesn’t look as smooth and creamy as yours. Is that the blender I’m using or do I need to add a little more liquid? I only used a 1/4 cup … Thanks so much for sharing this recipe.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (117)Shane Martin

      Could be both. Try 1/2 cup of water. What type of blender are you using?

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      • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (118)Suzanne

        Shane, really love your recipes! Thank you! I have made this twice in my vitamix. Both times I have had to transfer from that to a food processor or blender (first time) because there wasn’t enough mixture to blend in the blades. My Vitamix is an under the counter model and works extremely well when the amount is more. Saw the comment about adding more liquid which I didn’t try but maybe should have. I’m sure I lost some good stuff in the transfer. Flavor very good but not as smooth as I’d like. Do you use vitamix or blender and do you mind sharing which one. Is yours smooth or still grainy? Thank you!

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        • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (119)Shane Martin

          Hi, Suzanne! I use my Vitamix. Do you a narrow or wide blending pitcher. And, mine is always smooth.

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  66. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (120)Pat

    I haven’t made it yet but I love the fact that I have an option to have plant-based mayonnaise thank you for all you do

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (121)Shane Martin

      Thank you, Pat! Blessings.

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  67. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (122)Carolyn Elizabeth McEvoy

    Judas Priest—-this stuff kicks ass!!! Thanks buddy, for the recipe.
    This one is a keeper.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (123)Shane Martin

      LOL, LOVE this comment! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. ROCK ON!

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  68. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (124)Steve

    Just discovered your blog and made this mayo and it was great! I added nutritional yeast to mine, not since it needed it but just because I add it to everything.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (125)Shane Martin

      Hi, Steve, and welcome to Shane & Simple! Thanks for trying the mayo and I’m so glad you liked it. Hey, ain’t nothing wrong with adding nooch to anything:) Have a great New Year my friend!

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  69. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (126)Arina Rosti

    It’s the best recipe! I love it more than any alternative with oil, I think I make a potato salad just as an excuse to have some of this mayo by the spoonful:)

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (127)Shane Martin

      Ariana, I would absolutely agree. Because…potato salad. LOL! Thank you so much. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Blessings.

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  70. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (128)DB

    Amazing. Tried the tofu variation (didn’t have any cashews on hand), added some black salt (kala namak) instead of regular salt and added a tbsp of nutritional yeast for some extra flavor. Turned out amazing. Thanks a ton!!!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (129)Shane Martin

      that is awesome!!! So glad you enjoyed it and can’t wait to try it like that:)

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  71. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (130)Lauren

    Love this recipe! I had a tough time getting other vegan mayo recipes to come together without an immersion blender, but this was super easy and had a great flavor. I’m a bit of a curry freak so I added curry powder to one of my batches – fab, fab, fab!

    Thanks again!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (131)Shane Martin

      Awesome, Lauren! So glad you liked it and thanks for reaching out.

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  72. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (132)Karen

    I tested freezing this. I froze about 2 tablespoons over night and let it defrost in the fridge. It was as if it was never frozen. Texture and taste exactly the same.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (133)Shane Martin

      Karen, that is great. It’s never lasted long enough in my house. So, good to know it freezes well. Thank you!!!

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  73. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (134)MarMar

    Simple and delicious. Also a great healthier mayo alternative for non-vegans.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (135)Shane Martin

      Thank you!!! Two words I love to hear: Simple and Delicious:)

      Reply

  74. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (136)Joan

    Just made it this evening using Dijon mustard. It’s wonderful! Can’t wait to try it in various “salads” and sandwiches. Thank you!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (137)Shane Martin

      Joan, awesome! I’m so glad you liked it. Thanks for reaching out! Blessings.

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  75. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (138)Linda

    I am a huge mayo fan, I especially like Veganaise original mayo. Could eat it by the spoonfuls. Not any more. This mayo made with cashews is every bit as good as the Veganaise (which is up to about $9.00 per quart.) From this day forward I’ll be using this recipe instead. So good and so much lower in total calories. Thank you so much for the post.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (139)Shane Martin

      Wow, Linda! Thanks so much for your endorsement and review. I’m so glad you like the mayo. If you wouldn’t mind, I’d really appreciate it if you would give it a “start” rating. It helps me and others out. Be blessed and again, THANK YOU!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (140)susan vandenbrink

      Can walnuts be substituted for cashews in this recipe?

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  76. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (141)Morgan

    Easy peasy lemon squeezy. Made a potato salad with it and I can wait to make this mayo again.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (142)Shane Martin

      Morgan, that is awesome! Thanks so much for reaching out and the rating. Blessings!

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  77. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (143)Shane Martin

    Delish!

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  78. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (144)Toby

    Made it tonight and used it to make a healthier version of chicken salad. It was very good, thanks!

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  79. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (145)DIANNA GROSE

    I made this using extra firm silk tofu and did not need to add any water. It is delicious!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (146)Shane Martin

      Sounds awesome!!! Thanks for sharing.

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  80. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (147)Nancye

    I would like to try this recipe with Macadamia Nuts as they also have a very mild nutty taste….

    Great recipe Shane, thanks…

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (148)Shane Martin

      Thanks, Nancy! And, would love to hear how it turns out.

      Reply

  81. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (149)Misti Craver

    This is really good! I kept it on the thick side and used it to dip pretzels and veggies.

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (150)Shane Martin

      Awesome! Add a little dill and it makes a great ranch:)

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      • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (151)Cathy

        How long does this last in refrigerator. Really great 👍

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        • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (152)Shane Martin

          I usually say about 7-10 days.

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  82. Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (153)Mike

    Wow! So happy to have found this. Thanks!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (154)Shane Martin

      You are very welcome!

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    • Cashew Mayo Recipe (Creamy, Rich, Tangy, & Vegan) | Shane & Simple (155)Melissa Kallick

      Dear Shane,

      Another winner, I’m sure! I’ve been using a similar recipe, courtesy of http://plantbasedu.com/oil-free-vegan-white-bean-and-cashew-mayo-recipe-plant-based/ (Veronica Grace blog). Instead of 1 cup cashews, it’s 1/2 cup cashews and 1 1/2 cup white beans. My non-vegan mayo loving husband loves it in his WFPB potato salad. I’m sure this is delicious too..

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