You may be wondering, is mayo keto? It's a delicious condiment but does it fit into a low carb diet. We'll take a look at the nutritional information of this food and determine if it fits in a keto diet.
If you're interested in keto condiments check out our posts about keto bbq sauce and keto ketchup.
What is Mayonaise?
Mayonaise, or simply mayo, is a condiment made from a mix of egg yolk, oil, and vinegar. Sometimes there are additional flavors added to mayo but those are the ingredients for the most part. It's a thick and rich sauce or dressing that is used on all sorts of foods. People enjoy mayo on hamburgers, sandwiches, salads like tuna salad or potato salad, and even french fries. It's usually white or off white in color. So is mayo keto?
Is Mayo a Healthy Food?
You might be wondering if mayonnaise is considered a healthy food. If you look at the nutritional values of a standard mayonnaise you will find that it has about 94 calories, 10g of fat, 0 carbs, 0 protein, and 0 fiber per tablespoon. Some people consider mayo to be unhealthy because of its high-fat content and a relatively high amount of calories per serving.
However, the fat in mayonnaise is mostly unsaturated fat, which means it's healthier fat to eat. On a low carb diet, you generally want to consume more fat to help fuel your body and brain and keep you in fat-burning mode.
Is Mayo Keto?
Now for the question you've all been waiting for, is mayo keto? The short answer is a resounding yes. On the keto diet, you want low carb, high fat, and moderate protein. Some people even take "fat bombs" to help them consume enough fat on the diet. The fat in mayonnaise is perfect for the keto diet. Just be careful how much you eat since it is packed with calories.
It should also be noted that mayonnaise is packed with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. This is part of the unsaturated fat in mayo. These fatty acids can help to reduce cholesterol, fight diabetes, maintain bone health, stimulate hair growth, and regulate metabolism and brain function. Those are just a few of the benefits of omega fatty acids.
There are several brands of mayo that can be good to eat on a keto diet. We've listed a few below.
Hellmann's Mayonnaise Real Mayo
- Enjoy the delicious creamy taste of Hellmann’s Gluten Free Real Mayonnaise
- Made with real, simple ingredients like 100% certified cage-free eggs, oil and vinegar
- One of the ideal condiments for spreading on sandwiches and wraps, grilling juicy burgers, mixing creamy dips, and preparing fresh salads
- Use Hellmann’s as an ingredient to transform your barbecue and everyday chicken dinner into a juicier, more delicious meal
- Rich in Omega 3-ALA (contains 650mg ALA per serving, which is 40% of the 1.6g Daily Value of ALA) Hellmann’s mayonnaise bottles and jars are now made from 100% recycled plastic
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Kraft Mayo Avocado Oil
- One 30 fl. oz. jar of Kraft Avocado Oil Mayonnaise
- Kraft Avocado Oil Mayonnaise is reduced fat
- Flavorful mayo ideal as a sandwich dressing or addition to recipes
- Thick, creamy, velvety multi use mayo is ready to spread or stir into foods
- Contains less fat than regular mayonnaise and 45 calories per serving plus 232 mg. of omega-3 ALA
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Primal Kitchen, Keto Mayo with Avocado Oil
- MADE WITH AVOCADO OIL: A delicious avocado oil base adds subtle flavor and rich, creamy texture to this mayo!
- CERTIFIED PALEO AND KETO CERTIFIED: Enjoying real-food condiments made with avocado oil has never been so easy or more delicious.
- NON-GMO PROJECT VERIFIED: We don’t believe in using genetically modified ingredients to make our condiments or best-selling mayonnaise.
- WHOLE30 APPROVED: Satisfy your tastebuds and stay on track by adding this mayo to your meal plan.
- SIMPLE INGREDIENTS: We made this pantry staple without added sugar, gluten, soy, or canola oil, so you can indulge without compromise.
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Sir Kensington's Mayonnaise
- Cold Weather Warning: Mayo is at risk of separation if exposed to freezing temperatures; While safe to eat, it cannot be returned to its intended state; Please bear this in mind before ordering
- Sir Kensingtons Classic Mayonnaise is made with the highest quality, Non- GMO ingredients like certified humane free range eggs and 100% sunflower oil
- Our mayonnaise is the first and only mayonnaise to use certified humane, free-range eggs; Its the best from our nest
- Our mayonnaise is made with 100% sunflower oil, a squeeze of lemon, and a pinch of black pepper
- All Sir Kensingtons condiments are proudly Non-GMO project verified, gluten free, and paleo diet friendly
- We are just as proud of what we put in as what we leave out; We use no artificial ingredients, colors, or preservatives in our Classic Mayo
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BetterBody Foods Avocado Oil Mayonnaise
- The Brand You Trust: Introducing Avocado Mayonnaise from BetterBody Foods, the brand that brings you PBfit - Peanut Butter Powder, your favorite Organic Superfood Blend and much, much more
- Artisan Crafted: We make our Avocado Oil Mayo in small batches in our own facility to ensure the best flavor is produced with the highest quality
- MayoYAYse not MayoNAYse: Our Avocado Mayonnaise is made with 100% avocado oil, Non-GMO ingredients, cage-free eggs, and is soy and canola free! Try this delicious alternative to traditional, canola-based mayonnaise with the benefits of natural avocado oil
- Non-GMO: Our Non-GMO promise means we at BetterBody Foods never use any ingredients that are genetically modified
- COLD WEATHER NOTICE: If you live in a cold weather climate (below freezing), note that this product is at risk of separation if exposed to freezing temperatures during transit. Separated products are safe to consume, but it is not possible for the product to be returned to its intended condition. It is best to order this product above freezing temperatures or at the store directly during cold weather
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John Ward has been experimenting with low carbohydrate diets since the early 2000s. He successfully used a low carb diet to lose 50lbs in the past and currently follows a keto diet for a variety of reasons including general health and managing mood levels.
