Need Greek Yogurt Recipes PLEASE!

AlmostMrsP

Hi All,

I have a tub of nonfat plain Greek yogurt in my fridge that I bought to use in a recipe. I made the recipe and now have a lot left over. I would love some tasty recipes of what people use Greek Yogurt in. I've never bought it before, and I'm not a huge yogurt eater so I'm hoping to find some good stuff to do with it instead of letting it go to waste.

Thanks!

Acg67

mix with protein powder or sugar free/fat free instant pudding mix, thin out with a little milk if it gets too thick. top with berries/nuts etc

EmilyAnn89

put about 2 teaspoons of a ranch packet / 1/4 cup and dip veggies in it!!

alecta337

If you have a blender: Mix the yogurt, orange juice, and any berries you want together for a delicious smoothie. You can add protein powder, avocado, or spinach if you're feeling adventurous.

If you don't have a blender then mix the yogurt with granola and berries and some honey if you need it sweeter

SunshineKisses_2012

Made this tonight and it is awesome! Adjust to taste, but my 5 yo son asked for seconds (not something that occurs often that doesn't have 10 lbs of cheese in it)

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/341420-awesome-chicken-casserole-corn-black-beans-brown-rice

gianna42

I often use it as a sour cream substitute - recipes, as well as a topping for taco salad (along with salsa - one of my favorites!)

zoezmommy

I add diced cucumber, cumin and oregano to mine, Then I use that sauce on grilled turkey burgers in pita bread...

Armillata

You can use it the way you would sour cream in a lot of recipes, or as a replacement for mayonnaise in dips and sauces and things like chicken salad.

Kym1610

I sometimes make a little dip/sauce with mine to go with my vegetables.

I use anywhere between 50-100grams of yogurt, 1 teaspoon of cruched garlic, 1 teaspoon of ginger, a squirt of lemon juice, and a shake of dried mixed herbs. Stir well.

You can also use the above as a marinade.

ilookthetype

I eat it with oatmeal/fruit/honey and it's delicious, I also eat it with hot rice cereal. So delicious, but it might be too yougurt-y if you don't like yogurt.

emswear

make tzatziki sauce!! its greek and really yummy, especially as a veggie dip. its one of my favorites!

2 (8 ounce) containers plain yogurt
2 cucumbers - peeled, seeded and diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lemon, juiced
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
3 cloves garlic, peeled
Directions

In a food processor or blender, combine yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, dill and garlic. Process until well-combined. Transfer to a separate dish, cover and refrigerate for at least one hour for best flavor.

SunshineKisses_2012

I add diced cucumber, cumin and oregano to mine, Then I use that sauce on grilled turkey burgers in pita bread...

Oooh! I'll have to try this!!

JenCat162

I put Crystal Light in it.

slp2112

I use it in this recipe for pancakes instead of using cottage cheese:

http://www.integralfuel.com/integralfuel.com/Recipe_4.html

jskaggs1971

First post from me.
I have really come to like Greek yogurt. Here's a great sauce from leftover greek yogurt.

Baja-Style Avocado Cream Sauce

1/2 C greek yogurt
1 ripe avocado, peeled, pitted and sliced.
Juice of 1 fresh lime.

Put it all in the food processor and whirl until it is smooth. Thin with milk if it's too thick.

I use this baja-style avocado cream on grilled fish tacos. It's great on lots of other stuff too.

My usual use for Greek yogurt is in my breakfast smoothie. I make mine with 8 oz milk, a heaping tablespoon full of greek yogurt, a scoop of protein powder, and frozen fruit, blended smooth. I prefer frozen bananas and berries, but use whatever fruit you like. The protein in the yogurt and the added protein powder keep me from getting hungry until lunchtime. Bananas and some peanut butter are also a tasty variation, especially with a little bit of espresso blended in.

Twoody83

Make oatmeal with raw pumpkin, cinnamon, almonds, blueberries and top with the yoghurt....sooooo good.

NOLA_Meg

Cheesecake!
Add a spoonful of instant cheesecake pudding mix (sugarfree or regular) and top with strawberries or blueberries and crumble some graham crackers for a little texture if you like

Laura_beau

Add a couple of tsp's of pesto to it for a nice dip- eat with veggies, salad & pitta strips.

Add mint for a sauce to go with grilled meat or falafel.

Add honey & chopped almonds for a dessert.

Add milk, crushed ice & mixed berries for a smoothie

Add banana, milk, crushed ice, a hint of cinnamon for a milkshake.

Judas_Queen

I use fat free greek yogurt in "creamy" curry recipies, instead of cream!

Chop 1 whole white onion brown off in a frying pan (use fry light or olive oil, but very little olive oil)

Once soft, take 2/3's and blend to a paste like consistency and put back in pan with a clove or 2 of garlic

add in your diced chicken breast (i use turkey as its leaner and meatier!) fry off until cooked through

add your spices (I use cumin(1 tsp), curry poweder [mild/med] 2tsp, garam masala 2tsp, turmeric 1/2 tsp, cinnamon 1 tsp, ginger 1/2-1 tsp and sometimes nutmeg 1tsp)

Dollop in 2-3 tablespoons of greek yogurt and cook on a low heat to stop it separating
add water to adjust consistency (or milk, to taste)

You can even use the yogurt and spices to marinate the meat overnight, that always tastes good

Cook up some rice.. lovely jubbly!

AlmostMrsP

I add diced cucumber, cumin and oregano to mine, Then I use that sauce on grilled turkey burgers in pita bread...

Tried this tonight on top of my Trader Joe's Chicken lime burger and it was great! Added a little avocado to the top and skipped the bread since I try to eat low carb at dinner. I will definitely do this dinner again thanks!

And thanks everyone for the great recipes. I will for sure to trying more of them.

mookette

marinate chicken in it for 1 hour and cook the chicken. I like to grill mine.

AlmostMrsP

You all have inspired me with the Greek Yogurt.

I made up my own simple recipe this morning by combining some ideas. I put a little honey and cinnamon in it then used it as a dip for my apple.

With all these great different recipes and uses, I'm probably going to start keeping it in the house. So glad I asked you all!!

purple_orchid

saving for later

GrammyDiane

Bump! I'm also new to greek yogurt and love the ideas on how to use it. I am working to acquire a taste for it - probably it is more the consistency than the actual taste. Thanks to everyone for all the wonderful ideas and recipes I have gotten from MFP!

alicedavison

ohhh its the best! I use it to replace fat in recipes like this muffin one, where I use yoghurt instead of oils or butter...http://bakenbeebz.blogspot.com/2011/09/apple-and-blackberry-healthy-muffinz.html

mlunn803

Take one of the large tubs of greek yogurt add a cup of any fresh fruit(pureed) that you like plus a tbsp of lemon juice and a tbsp of honey pour into 6 popcicle molds and freeze:)

roblow65

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SRH7

Ooooh, someone said tzatziki - yum! I also sometimes just mix a dollop with some dried mint - great dolloped on a curry.

I sometimes also mix some up with basil or pesto (with a glug of olive oil if you are low-carbing!) to drizzle as a lovely creamy salad dressing.

Or make my fab oatbran chocolate muffins I posted a while ago - the yogurt keeps them lovely and moist!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/332887-low-carb-chocolate-oatbran-muffins?hl=dukan+chocolate#posts-4463093

mrshickey

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lottycat

bump for later. I eat loads of greek yoghurt, but usually as a breakfasty thing with fruit, or a desserty thing... Loving all these delicious savoury ideas! Thanks guys x

jessmomof3

Besides the usuals of yogurt w/ fruit, yogurt in smoothies, yogurt as a dip...

Dannon has some recipes on their site.

http://smartswaprecipes.com/recipes/results.aspx?type=oikos-greek

This one looks pretty good!

Ingredients
1 cup old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup all purpose flour
2 Tbsp. flax seeds
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups Dannon® Oikos® Greek Plain or Vanilla Yogurt
2 large eggs
2 Tbsp. agave or honey
2 Tbsp. canola oil
Syrup*


Directions

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook/Rest Time: 35 minutes

Preheat oven to 250°F.
1.Combine first five ingredients in a blender and pulse process 30 seconds. Add yogurt, eggs, oil and agave and blend until smooth. Let batter stand to thicken, about 20 minutes. (Batter can be prepared up to 1 day in advance cover batter and refrigerate).
2.Heat large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Brush skillet with oil. Working in batches, ladle batter by 1/4 cupfuls into skillet. Cook pancakes until bottoms are golden brown and bubbles form on top, about 2 minutes. Turn pancakes over; cook until bottoms are golden brown, about 2 minutes. Transfer to baking sheet. Keep warm in oven. Repeat with remaining batter, brushing skillet with more butter as necessary. Serve with syrup and fresh fruit.


Yields
3 cups batter (12 pancakes)
Serving Size: 2 pancakes