Thursday’s Side Dish: Lemonaise

Spike the flavor of an old favorite

The Mixed Stew spotted this gourmet food item at Whole Foods supermarket. Lemonaise by the Ojai Cook is marketed as a zesty alternative to regular mayonnaise. Use this lemon spiked mayonnaise in salads and sauces. We decided to make our own version of the specialty mayonnaise. We used light mayonnaise to be kind on our waistlines. You may want to add heat with a pinch of cayenne pepper powder or curry powder. Lemonaise can also make a difference in sandwiches. Here is our rendition:

What you will need:

1 wooden spoon

1 cup light mayonnaise
½ teaspoon grated lemon rind
Juice of ½ lemon
½ teaspoon paprika
Optional Ingredients:
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon curry powder

Preparation:

Combine mayonnaise, lemon rind, juice, and paprika in bowl. Mix well. Add one or both optional ingredients if you wish. It’s ready for serving or adding to recipes. Make sure to keep lemonaise refrigerated if there is any portion left over.