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Vegan Chipotle Mayo

Published: 29 Sep 2020 · Updated: 10 May 2023 by Julianne Lynch · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 2 Comments

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Take any dish to the next level with this Vegan Chipotle Mayo. It's creamy and delicious, with a spicy kick that can't be beat! Perfect for pairing with tacos, oven fries, roasted veggies, and more.

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Add this spicy Vegan Chipotle Mayo to everything!

Chipotle Mayo is one of those perfect condiments that makes a dish go from ordinary to extra special without a lot of hassle. You just need a handful of simple ingredients and a blender. In less than 15 minutes, you'll have this amazing mayo to drizzle over tacos or spread on a sandwich.

Use it as a chipotle aioli for dipping baked oven fries or add it to a black bean burrito bowl. You could even thin it out with a little water to turn it into a salad dressing.

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  • Can this be nut-free?
  • What is Chipotle in adobo?
  • Is this recipe oil-free?
  • Ingredient notes
  • Instructions
  • Variations
  • Equipment
  • How to serve
  • How to store
  • Related recipes
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Vegan chipotle mayo in a jar.
So versatile! Use this mayo as a topping, dip, or dressing.

You'll love this Vegan Chipotle Mayo because it's:

  • Quick & Easy
  • Vegan / Vegetarian
  • Dairy-free
  • Soy-free
  • Spicy, Creamy, & Tangy
  • Healthy and Packed with Protein
  • Versatile
  • Full of Simple Ingredients
  • A Flavor Powerhouse!

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Add this Spicy Vegan Mayo to take any dish up a notch!

Hand lifting a spoonful of chipotle mayo from a jar.

Can this be nut-free?

There are two easy ways to make this vegan mayo nut-free. You can easily substitute sunflower seeds for the cashews and get a similar result.

Another option is to use silken tofu for a lower-fat version. Just follow this Oil-Free Aioli Recipe and add chipotle before you blend. The texture is slightly different, but the flavors are all there.

What is Chipotle in adobo?

Chipotle peppers are actually smoke-dried jalapeño peppers. To make chipotle in Adobo, the smoked peppers are stewed in a sauce made of spices and vinegar. You can buy it in the Mexican or International Section of most grocery stores, at Mexican markets, or order online.

If you don't have Chipotle in Adobo, you can also use Chipotle Powder. In a pinch, regular old Chili Powder would do.

Is this recipe oil-free?

This is tricky. Unfortunately, most brands of Chipotle in adobo contain some oil. Thankfully, the oil is generally listed near the end of the ingredients, and since you're just using 1 tbsp, only a small amount of oil will make it into your mayo. However, if you want to make this recipe completely oil-free, you have a few options:

  1. Find a brand that doesn't contain oil, like this Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce.
  2. Substitute with Chipotle Powder.
  3. Make your own Oil-Free Chipotle in Adobo.

Vegan chipotle mayo ingredients.

Ingredient notes

  • Chipotle in Adobo--this is the star of the dish and what gives it a distinct, spicy kick. See my additional notes below for more info.
  • Raw, Unsalted Cashews--raw cashews are amazingly rich and creamy, and they are perfect for making a vegan mayo (though if you want to keep things nut-free you can sub with sunflower seeds or follow this recipe for Oil-Free Vegan Aioli made with silken tofu).
  • Water--to help thin out the mayo and give you the right consistency
  • Nutritional Yeast--just a touch to add extra earthiness
  • Lime (or Lemon) Juice--the citrusy tang of the lime (or lemon) juice will help balance the creaminess of the cashews and spiciness of the chipotle.
  • 2 Cloves of Garlic--because garlic makes everything better! (but feel free to omit if you don't like it)
  • Sea Salt (optional)--just to enhance the other flavors!

*See recipe card for quantities

Instructions

  • Place the cashews in a small sauce pot, cover with water, and boil for ten minutes. Drain and rinse the cashews. (Alternatively, you could soak the cashews overnight.)
  • Add the drained cashews, peeled garlic, and all of the other ingredients to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth (30 seconds to 1 minute).
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve and enjoy!
Vegan chipotle mayo in a jar.

Variations

Want to switch things up? Here are some ideas!

  • Nut-free: To make this nut-free, substitute sunflower seeds for the cashews. Or follow these instructions for a silken-tofu-based mayo.
  • Sriracha: Simply substitute a teaspoon or two of Sriracha sauce for the Chipotles in adobo.
  • Green: Add a bunch of cilantro for a spicy green mayo!

Equipment

For this recipe, you just need a pot to boil the cashews and a good, high-speed blender to blend everything up. All of my favorite products and kitchen tools can be found in my Amazon shop.

How to serve

Serve this delicious vegan chipotle mayo as a sauce or dip. It goes great with:

  • Vegan Street Tacos
  • Veggie Burgers
  • Oil-Free Oven Fries
  • Vegan Burrito Bowls
  • Black Bean Tacos

How to store

This vegan chipotle sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 5 to 7 days, and up to 3 months in the freezer.


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Vegan chipotle mayo in a jar with a hand lifting out a spoonful.

Vegan Chipotle Mayo (Oil-Free & Soy-Free)

Take any dish to the next level with this Vegan Chipotle Mayo. It's creamy and delicious, with a spicy kick that can't be beat! Perfect for pairing with tacos, French fries, roasted veggies, and more.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Condiment
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 8
Calories 99 kcal

Equipment

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup raw, unsalted cashews
  • ¾ cup water
  • 2 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1 ½ teaspoon lime (or lemon) juice
  • 2 cloves garlic (peeled)
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo (see note)
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt (optional)
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Instructions
 

  • Either soak the cashews in a bowl of water overnight or place the cashews in a small sauce pot, cover with water, and boil for ten minutes. Drain and rinse the cashews.
  • Add the drained cashews, peeled garlic, and all of the other ingredients to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth (30 seconds to 1 minute).
  • Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve and enjoy! Store in an airtight jar or container up to one week in the refrigerator or up to 3 months in the freezer.
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Notes

  • If you only have salted cashews, omit the added salt. 
  • Start with 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo. You can add more if you want it to be spicer.
  • If you don't have chipotle in adobo you can try using chipotle powder or chili powder.
  • If you want to make this nut-free you can use sunflower seeds or silken tofu. See notes in blog post.

Nutrition

Calories: 99kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 76mgPotassium: 148mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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  1. Jackie R. says

    April 29, 2024 at 8:53 pm

    5 stars
    I'm not one for making condiments most of the time, but I did make this one for Street Tacos (also a fab recipe). It is AMAZING. Totally worth the time it took me to clean the Vitamix afterward. Also, a tip for Vitamix users--I didn't soak the cashews for even 1 minute, and they still blended up just fine. If you have a really powerful blender, you probably don't need to soak. The recipe makes a lot, and I've discovered that it is great on hummus, along with the leftover pico de gallo! Another tip: I put my can of chipotle peppers in the blender before making the mayo, measured it out in 1-tablespoon increments, then froze them in an ice cube tray. Ready for next time. I'm totally making this for burgers.

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    • Julianne Lynch says

      April 30, 2024 at 8:16 am

      I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks for sharing your tips! Those will be very useful for people with a Vitamix!

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