4 Easy and Vegan Condiments You Can Make at Home
4 Easy Vegan Condiments You’ll Actually Want to Use (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole-Food Based)
Tired of checking ingredient labels and finding sugar, seed oils, or mystery additives in your condiments? These 4 Easy + Vegan Condiments are made from real-food ingredients, take just minutes to prep, and are bursting with flavor—so you can upgrade any meal without sacrificing your health goals.
Whether you're meal prepping, building a bowl, or grilling on the weekend, having a stash of clean, homemade condiments can make all the difference. These four staples—ketchup, mayo, BBQ sauce, and mustard—are all vegan, refined sugar-free, and made with pantry ingredients.
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1. Healthy Vegan Ketchup
Ingredients:
- 1 cup tomato paste
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or date syrup
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Pinch of allspice (optional)
Instructions: Whisk everything in a bowl until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness or tang to your liking. Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
2. Vegan Mayo (Aquafaba Style)
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup neutral oil (avocado or light olive)
Instructions: In a blender or with an immersion blender, combine aquafaba, vinegar, mustard, and salt. Slowly drizzle in oil while blending until thick and emulsified. Chill before using. Great on wraps, bowls, and sandwiches.
3. Healthy Vegan BBQ Sauce
Ingredients:
- 1 cup tomato sauce (or passata)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or date syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions: Simmer all ingredients in a saucepan over low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring frequently. Cool and store in a sealed jar for up to 2 weeks. Perfect on grilled veggies or protein.
4. Classic Vegan Mustard
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard seeds
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions: Soak mustard seeds in vinegar and water overnight. Blend with maple syrup and salt until desired texture is reached—grainy or smooth. Let mellow in the fridge for a few days before using.
✨ Real-food flavor doesn’t require fake ingredients ✨
That’s the mission behind ROOT Rx—my root-cause wellness program for healing your gut, calming inflammation, and restoring your body from the inside out.
Inside ROOT Rx, you’ll:
- Clean up your pantry with ease
- Reduce bloating and sugar cravings
- Make real-food meals that taste amazing (with condiments like these!)
Keep these condiments on hand to instantly elevate your meals while sticking to your wellness goals. They’re fridge staples for a reason: quick, clean, and bursting with flavor.
Let me know your favorite—and tag me when you make them!
XO,
Dr Sheena
