got my very first ever Greek yogurt.....need help.
BlueJean4114
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I am not a huge yogurt fan, but loved loved loved Yoplait's Whips. Unfortunately, i got wayyyyyy too used to the sweet fluffy taste and texture of Whips yogurt.
I saw how much protein is in Greek yogurt,
and bought two of the Yoplait Greek key-lime yogurts,
but, just tasted one,
and it tastes kind of chalky-ish to me.
anyone have any idea of something i could add to this greek yogurt to lessen that chalky-ish texture up a bit? til i adjust to it...?
I saw how much protein is in Greek yogurt,
and bought two of the Yoplait Greek key-lime yogurts,
but, just tasted one,
and it tastes kind of chalky-ish to me.
anyone have any idea of something i could add to this greek yogurt to lessen that chalky-ish texture up a bit? til i adjust to it...?
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Maybe try mixing the two together.0
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Maybe try mixing the two together.
that's brilliant, maybe i could wean myself off of the sweet fluffy yogurts doing that! THANKS!0 -
That or maybe add some fruit to it. You are just the opposite of me. I hate those sweet light and whipped yogurts. Greek came along with more tang and substance and I was in heaven. I guess I missed the chalky taste buds.
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You could try the ones that have the honey or fruit add-ins they are pretty good. I am not a fan of key-lime..they are very sour. Far too different than happy fluffy sweet whipped yogerts you are used to. I like the combine them idea though.
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thanks all! Great info!!!
ah, the KeyLimePie whipped yogurt is to die for good
not bitter at all, just sweet like pie...
............but the Greek KeyLime one, not so much.:sick:
but, i bet i could learn to like it, maybe, if i try hard enough...i hate to waste these containers, so i will try messing around with them a bit. THANK YOU ALL AGAIN!!!!!!!0 -
Along with giving fruit a try you could also add some granola or cereal, like cheerios in it. I love the Chobani yogurt and I put granola, and different cereals in it as I eat for the 'crunch' factor. Plus it takes longer to eat that way too!0
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THANKS, i will try that, too! This greek yogurt is so good for a person, i just have to find a way to develop a taste for it!0
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It could also just be the Yoplait brand of greek yogurt. I find I really dislike most greek yogurts because of the texture, kind of a gritty texture. My personal favorite brand is Chobani, they have GREAT flavors.0
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For Greek Yogurt, try Chobani next time. I dislike the grainy, chalky taste that most brands have, but I found Chobani to be surprisingly smooth compared to most other brands.
Their peach is really good, and uses nice chunks of peaches. Most of the other flavors don't have the same amount of fruit as that particular flavor.0 -
Try Danone Oikos Vanilla. Delicious. It is my favourite snack. I eat 1/3 cup twice a day.0
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My favorite is the Oikos vanilla w/mandarin oranges!0
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the key lime is my favorite!
Personally, I think the texture and taste of greek yogurt is something you have to aquire. WE are so used to eating sugary stuff that it's hard for our taste buds to like new, healthier things..I like eating it with fresh fruit. The lime or vanilla go great with berries or melon.0 -
i am SO writing down all these suggestions, and am very grateful for each and every reply!! THANK YOU!!:flowerforyou:0
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I learned that I only like Greek yogurt either as a sour cream substitute or with honey - otherwise it is just not my thing.0
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That is a good idea, too, that i hadn't considered, is using greek yogurt as a sour cream kind of thing....THANKS! i have never liked sour cream, but, i could use greek yogurt as a thickener now and then, in some recipes.0
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I like vanilla with 1 T PB2 powder added. If you don't have PB2, use 1 T peanut butter. It really is tasty!! :happy:0
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wow, that is great idea, too! I WILL find a way to get myself to like greek yogurt!!!
THANKS TO EVERY SINGLE PERSON on this thread!!!!:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:0 -
I like the Dannon light and fit greek yogurt. If you don't like the brand you bought, try another. You will eventually find one you like
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I like FAGE with the add ins on the side, however even greek yogurt (most of the flavored kinds) has a lot of sugar so I try not to eat too much yogurt. I can't eat the plain and eating one greek yogurt I am almost to or above my sugar goal for a day.0
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Dr's said buy the REAL (plain) type. I buy a big tub, add blueberries and a little sweeter. now i love it.0
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well..I've tried many but I can't stand the taste....
BUT.... Liberte light blueberries is not bad at all....Ok, little sugar but just don't take it too often or reduce elsewhere.
You still get the protein and the goods of greek yogurt but at least it taste good :P0 -
I had to get use to the taste as well!
I like will use one for a smootie for breakfast.
1 greek yogurt, 1 cup of Trop 50 orange juice, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, wheat germ, and frozen berries. It is very high in protein and keeps me full until lunch time!0 -
Try adding the Greek yogurt to other things to ease into the different texture and taste. I love to use in place of anything sour cream; on tacos for example or to make pasta sauce a bit creamy I'll put a dollop on top.0
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It makes a great nonfat protein rich ranch dip. I use 1 cup plain greek yogurt plus 1/2 packet hidden valley powder, some chopped chives and a shake or 2 of Mrs. Dash. If its too thick, thin down with water or skim milk. I also add a squirt or 2 of sriracha hot sauce. Delish!! Makes a great snack with celery sticks or carrot chips.0
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I hated Greek Yogurt at first. I have to have the plain since I had VSG - no sugar. My nutritionist said to add splenda to it and it works. Makes it more palatable. Also, try adding sugar free fat free instant pudding to Greek Yogurt or some of the sugar free Torani or DaVinci syrups -- vanilla, caramel, etc. I just mixed up cheesecake pudding, yogurt and some vanilla syrup. Delicious. It's very high in protein, no sugar and helps keep me full.0
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It makes a great nonfat protein rich ranch dip. I use 1 cup plain greek yogurt plus 1/2 packet hidden valley powder, some chopped chives and a shake or 2 of Mrs. Dash. If its too thick, thin down with water or skim milk. I also add a squirt or 2 of sriracha hot sauce. Delish!! Makes a great snack with celery sticks or carrot chips.
oh my gosh that sounds really yummy!0 -
Yoplait is not true greek yogurt, try Chobani as was suggested earlier, or Fage, its got a nice creamy texture, not light, but not chalky. I personally like the plain yogurt and then I add fun stuff like frozen fruit, granola, my favorite breakfast cereal, honey can make it sweeter, with less sugar than the yoplait fruit stuff.0
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I like honey flavored, or plain and add your own honey and dip fresh fruit in it.0
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I absolutely LOVE greek yogurt, but only when it's frozen. I add fruit to it, cover it, and pop it in the freezer for about an hour (you can put it in for longer but it will get harder... play around with it to find the texture you like best). It is absolutely delicious and gives me my sweets fix; a much better alternative to ice cream or other snacks. Hope you try it out and enjoy it!0
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I love Key Lime pie but the Greek one tasted very chalky to me too! I think the Greek Honey is the best, or plain Greek with some fresh fruit.0
