Greek Yoghurt

k2sul

Hi,

I'm trying to change my macros so that protein provides the lions share of my daily calories. This is a short term strategy to try and push through a plateau that I've reached.

Anyway, one of the food stuffs that I'm using to try and achieve this is Greek Yoghurt, but I'm really struggling with the taste. To me it's sour and rather unpleasant, and I've taken to dosing it with Stevia & a small scoop of my strawberry and vanilla protein powder. The end product is actually rather good, but I was hoping that some of you may have some recipes/ideas which I could try instead.

I've forced myself to eat it without any additives but I'm struggling, and don't feel my palate is any fonder of it now, than it was when I started.

All suggestions, gratefully recieved.

Mark

miss_sarah2020

Add a packet of stevia to a cup of the yogurt, then mash up 4-5 strawberries and mix it in. It is so good and doesnt taste bitter at all. Also adding some vanilla extract and a packet of stevia makes it just like vanilla yogurt

galgenstrick

I like to add a tsp of maple syrup and ground flax seeds. That will add a bit of calories though.

mochapygmy

Try different brands. I'm using Trader Joes 2% greek yogurt now but haven't tried a lot of them. I know there are vanilla flavored greek yogurts.

On a recommendation from a friend I tried some chocolate protein powder, a bit of PB2 and an ounce of soy milk today and it was soooooo good!

Lourdesong

Agree to try different brands. I use Kirkland/Costco brand and it is mild. I've tried Chobani and WalMart brand and they were sour and near-inedible, blech.

SconnieCat

I love to add homemade granola and some strawberries to mine. I've also been known to add cocoa powder or mini semi-sweet chips when I have a craving for chocolate.

I get plain, non-fat Greek Yogurt. Also, like Lourdesong said, the taste can differ between brands. I prefer Fage (if you can find it).

zoezoekende

Try honey and some walnuts, or dates.

cljones302

Fage is by far the superior brand of Greek Yogurt. However, Iceland yogurt called skyr has even more protein. 14G protein in a 6 oz serving. Brand names are Siggi's or Smari - the vanilla ones are my favorite.

ew_david

Fage 0% and a tbsp of honey

ruggedshutter

I'm not sure where you're located so I'm not sure how much this will help but I hated plain Greek Yogurt. My wife asked me to try the ones with fruit in the bottom. Chobani has several flavors that I like (strawberry, blueberry and black cherry). I add some granola in with it and it gives it a nice crunch to add to it as well.

Sweets1954

I just read an article that recommended Fage 2% as one of the best Greek yogurts. I haven't tried it yet myself. I add a teaspoon of honey, maple syrup, or a bit of jam to my Greek yogurt. It does a few calories but not as much as you would think. Adding fresh or frozen unsweented fruit is good as well.

Vailara

I like it with cocoa powder, chopped nuts and some rolled oats. I sometimes add a little chocolate sauce.

ShellyBell999

I just get the already flavored and add a scoop of protein powder.

No tartness to me.

troutrouter

I like to eat Dannon's Light & Fit Greek Yogurt. The cherry is my favorite, but blueberry and strawberry are pretty good as well.

cgangl1821

Dannon and Choib. (Spelling, it was mentioned earlier) with fruit on the bottom is good as long as it is mixed up. There are 100 calorie options for this as well, but they are still high in protien.

Roxiegirl2008

I will add berries and agave nectar or honey to mine. I use Fage Greek yogurt and that doesn't seem a bitter to me as some of the others.

shamani5

I just got Fage the other day. It's sooo good! I could eat it plain

nickatine

Protein powder. Stevia and vanilla extract, banana, peanut butter, cinnamon.

Francl27

I like microwaving an apple with some cinnamon, and mixing it with Greek yogurt and a bit of vanilla extract.

cityruss

I use MyProtein Flavdrops to flavor greek yogurt.

I've just finished today off with Liberte greek yogurt, chia seeds and toffee flavdrops.

lemurcat12

I also recommend different brands. I usually eat Fage 2%, but like the skim version too. One of my favorite ways to eat it is to use it as a dip for apples or just put berries in it, but I suppose that might add too many carbs for your desire. I like it fine as a dip for veggies too, or for anything I might eat with sour cream.

Beyond that I have done the add protein powder thing--if you use protein powder that tastes good to you, then you don't need added sweeteners, IMO (which are in the powder anyway).

Also, if you don't like it straight, how about cottage cheese? I think the protein content is similar and I like it even better on its own.

copperoos

You have a lot of good healthy replies already but one way I tried to eat my very sour and kinda dry Greek yoghurt is by adding some Tazo Chai tea latte concentrate just cuz I had some in the fridge. The result was great!

Nataliegetfit

I have tried several and were so sour tasting. At a friends brunch Sat. she had some fresh fruit and some greek yougart to put on it. I almost didn't try any because I never have liked it before. This one I did like, it wasn't sour at all . It was Cabot brand low fat vanilla bean. It had like little polka dots in it. I don't know how hard it is to find though. I didn't see it at our Walmart? I will be looking for it though. Good luck finding one you like.

andreamaym

I add plain greek yogurt (which I do not enjoy on its own) to my protein shakes! Combine with almond milk, protein powder, pure coaco, and voilla! Loads of protein in a cup!

Pelamblue

_dracarys_ wrote: »

Fage 0% and a tbsp of honey

totally agree honey is the best option

craik

I always make my plain Greek yogurt into a veggie dip. Buy the onion mix by liptons and just pour it in the yogurt and mix until you have it at the right onion-y flavour you want. The recipe on the box says to mix with sour cream but Greek yogurt makes it even better and way healthier. Actually I use plain Greek yogurt whenever something calls for sour cream. The recipe also makes a good chip dip.

athena61

It's funny how we are all so different with tasting sweet, sour, etc. I enjoy plain Greek yogurt, as is. I also like Shredded Wheat without sugar and just some fresh blueberries. I guess over time I just got used to not adding sugar to things. I hope you find something that works for you. It's a great source of protein

k2sul

Thanks everyone. Some great ideas and options.

Keep up the good work.

TraceyKakes

I put cherries and almond butter in it. Makes a good taste.

CatLover22974

I'm not keen on the taste of plain Greek yoghurt either. I try to add strawberries, raspberries, or granola to mine, and it makes it a bit more palatable.

kimw91

I have mine with fruit and/or honey. You could puree some berries and stir those through or even some sugar free lemonade syrup.