Carrot Mayonnaise

Carrot Mayonnaise
A light and vibrant plant-based variation that reinvents the classic sauce born in 18th-century France. This smooth, velvety and delicately spiced cream is the perfect accompaniment to healthy dishes, combining the natural sweetness of carrots with a touch of turmeric. A colorful gourmet alternative to traditional mayonnaise, ideal for surprising your guests with a wholesome, refined, and flavorful condiment
Yield: 6 servings
Total time: 30 min
Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 15 min
Difficulty:
Cost:
Tools: Stove, Blender, Pot
Weight per serving: 40 g
Energy: 155 Kcal
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fats: 17 g
Proteins: 0 g
Tennis: 20 min
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian, Lactose-free, Gluten-free
Pairing: Albana di Romagna
Occasion: Holiday dinner

Ingredients

Portions for 6 servings
6
Carrots (cleaned)
100 g
q.s.
1 spoon
Turmeric (optional)
1 pinch

Method

It takes steps in 30 min
1 Carrot Mayonnaise - step 1
Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds
2 Carrot Mayonnaise - step 2
Place the carrots in a frying pan with half a glass of water and cook them for 10 minutes with the lid on
3 Carrot Mayonnaise - step 3
When the carrots are tender, remove the lid and let all the liquid evaporate over low heat. Set them aside and let them cool completely
4 Carrot Mayonnaise - step 4
Place the carrots into the container of an immersion blender together with the olive oil, the turmeric, and the lemon juice, then blend until smooth and velvety
5 Carrot Mayonnaise - step 5
Adjust with salt to taste and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, covered with plastic wrap

Storage

Store the carrot mayonnaise in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Consume it within 2–3 days of preparation to preserve its freshness and nutritional properties.

Cost

This recipe requires only basic, inexpensive ingredients that are easy to find. Its plant-based nature makes it an extremely affordable option to accompany a wide variety of dishes

Health

Carrot mayonnaise is an excellent plant-based alternative, rich in beta-carotene and antioxidants thanks to the turmeric. However, it is relatively high in calories because of its generous extra virgin olive oil content
Luca Mingardi
Author Editorial staff - Luca M.
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