Publix Real Mayonnaise — OKAY
Munch or Dump rates Publix Real Mayonnaise by Publix OKAY — score 62/90.
Real mayonnaise made the classic way — soybean oil, whole eggs, and vinegar emulsified together. The only quibbles are the calcium disodium EDTA preservative and a small amount of added sugar. It's an oil-based condiment, so it's calorie-dense, but the formula is honest.
Why this verdict
- A real egg-and-oil emulsion, not an imitation dressing
- Soybean oil makes it very calorie-dense
- Calcium disodium EDTA added as a preservative
- Small amount of added sugar
Ingredients (11)
- Soybean Oil (moderate) — Second refined oil in the chicken component.
- Water (safe) — Packing liquid; keeps calories and fat minimal versus oil-packed.
- Whole Eggs (safe) — Real egg for emulsification and richness.
- Egg Yolks (safe) — Real emulsifier from egg; also an allergen.
- vinegar (safe) — Natural acidity and preservation.
- Salt (moderate) — Main sodium source; keep an eye on it if you use large amounts.
- Sugar (moderate) — Small added sweetener to balance acidity; minor at salsa portions.
- lemon juice concentrate (safe) — Adds acidity and flavor.
- calcium disodium edta (caution) — Chelating preservative used to keep the oil emulsion from going off.
- Natural Flavors (moderate) — Nonspecific flavoring typical of formulated convenience meals.
- oleoresin paprika (safe) — Natural paprika-derived color.
Healthier alternatives
- Chosen Foods Classic Avocado Oil Mayo
- H-E-B Fresh Guacamole - Mild
- Central Market Private Reserve Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Simple Truth Organic Unrefined Virgin Coconut Oil
- Good & Gather Extra Virgin Olive Oil