Mayonnaise originated in 18th‑century France but became a staple in American kitchens in the early 20th century, especially after the introduction of commercial brands. It’s now a foundational condiment for sandwiches, salads, and dressings across the United States.

Noah Perlo’s version replaces oil with hard‑boiled eggs and water, dramatically cutting calories while still providing a creamy texture. Traditional mayo relies on a high oil content (≈80 %), giving about 90 calories per tablespoon, whereas this recipe is around 10 calories per tablespoon.

Classic mayo uses egg yolks, oil, vinegar or lemon juice, and mustard. In Noah Perlo’s low‑calorie version, the egg yolk is replaced by whole hard‑boiled eggs (or just egg whites), oil is omitted, and water is added for texture. Substitutes include silken tofu for a vegan alternative.

It’s perfect for sandwich spreads, salad dressings, and dip bases at picnics, lunchboxes, or low‑calorie dinner plates where you want creaminess without the extra fat. It also works well in diet‑focused meal‑prep plans.

It pairs nicely with coleslaw, potato salad, tuna or chicken salad, and as a topping for baked potatoes or veggie wraps. The light texture keeps the overall dish low in calories.

Common errors include under‑cooking the eggs (risking raw egg texture), over‑blending which can make the mixture watery, and adding too much water, which prevents proper emulsification. Follow the timing and blend steps closely.

Hard‑boiled eggs are fully cooked, eliminating the food‑safety risk of raw eggs while still providing protein that helps bind the ingredients. The cooking also reduces the fat content compared to raw yolks plus oil.

Yes, store the finished mayo in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Shake before each use to recombine any slight separation that may occur over time.

The mayo should be smooth, glossy, and thick enough to coat a spoon but still pourable. It will be slightly lighter in color than traditional mayo because it lacks oil.

The YouTube channel Noah Perlo focuses on quick, health‑conscious cooking hacks, low‑calorie recipes, and practical kitchen tips for busy home cooks.

Noah Perlo emphasizes ultra‑simple ingredient lists and minimal equipment, often swapping high‑calorie staples with protein‑rich, low‑fat alternatives, whereas many other channels rely on more complex techniques or specialty ingredients.