How Does Plain Greek Yogurt Taste?

fitchocolatechip
fitchocolatechip Posts: 14
in Food and Nutrition
Hey guys! So I really want to switch to plain greek yogurt (right now I mainly consume Chobani 0% Vanilla)but I'm a little hesitant because of the less sweetness. I mean, I want to switch BECAUSE it has less sugar, but I am hesitant because I know it'll taste less sweet. I plan on mixing things in like granola or blueberries or these really yummy cookies (don't worry, they're actually not that unhealthy!) : http://www.enjoylifefoods.com/soft-baked-cookies/
When you swtiched to/ started eating plain greek yogurt what was it like for you?? Also, I like greek yogurt just fine, the texture and mild tartness is fine for me, but I've just never tried the plain kind:) Thanks!
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  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
    You can always add a bit of sweetener, it still won't be as many calories as the vanilla kind. Buy a small container and try it.
  • Deipneus
    Deipneus Posts: 1,854 Member
    I have always liked plain greek yogurt and that's the only way I eat it. I really like the taste. I'm pretty sure few people agree with me though. Try it and have a little fruit ready just in case you don't like it.
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Plain greek tastes like tangy sour cream (IMO). After you add fruit & cookies ....you essentially added the sugar back anyway...it should taste fine.
  • ilmb87
    ilmb87 Posts: 216 Member
    Plain greek tastes like tangy sour cream (IMO).

    I second this. Especially true if you eat a full fat version.
  • paleojoe
    paleojoe Posts: 442 Member
    I love full fat plain greek yogurt... I personally find the sweetened variety too sweet.
  • ldrosophila
    ldrosophila Posts: 7,512 Member
    Do savory instead of sweet.

    Cucumbers w/ taziki sauce
    Vegetable dip
    Thickener for soup (make sure you temper it)
  • fitchocolatechip
    fitchocolatechip Posts: 14
    Thank you everyone! I get the nonfat version though haha. Chobani 0%? That's the kind I am going to buy:) And yes haha I like sweet things but overall it will still be less sugar cause the granola, fruit and cookies I mix into my vanilla greek yogurt now, but when I mix it into the plain yogurt overall it will be less sugar:) Baby steps haha! Also it is more protein!!
  • UpEarly
    UpEarly Posts: 2,555 Member
    To me, it tastes like a funky version of sour cream.
  • Snow3y
    Snow3y Posts: 1,412 Member
    answer to question in title: Not nice. I usually add sweetener or sugar substitute to it and it actually ends up tasting like a yogurt I often had as a kid.. mmm
  • subsonicbassist
    subsonicbassist Posts: 117 Member
    Greek yogurt is pretty nasty itself, cottage cheese is the way to go! Plenty of slow-digesting protein, minimal carbs if you get a good quality brand, and tastes as good with salt and pepper as it does plain, or with fruit, or on potatos.....mmmmm...... getting hungry now!!!
  • DavidSTC
    DavidSTC Posts: 173 Member
    I like the tangy taste, but not by itself. I add a little bit of local honey, lots of raspberries and some sweetened dark chocolate granola ... perfection.
  • Samthefrog
    Samthefrog Posts: 77 Member
    Plain is like tart sour cream. I actually like dipping apple slices into it. The sweetness of the apple cuts the tart and it tastes... refreshing? And you get the fiber and vitamin from vitamin C from the apple.

    But on most days, I drop in a tablespoon or two of Reduced Sugar preserves (currently using Apricot because I have half a jar left from making a Thanksgiving ham glaze!). Only because it's faster in the morning. I also top it with a tablespoon or two of granola.

    Yum! Great way to get 22 grams of protein with no fat (I like the nonfat Trader Joes Greek Yogurt, if you live in the States).
  • pullipgirl
    pullipgirl Posts: 767 Member
    I turn it into a vegetable dip I like salty foods more than sweet
  • bikerist
    bikerist Posts: 13
    I like plain greek yogurt. I like the tangy / slightly sour kick to it, but my tastebuds are wired that way. You could also control what you add to it, home-made granola is really good and keeps well in a sealed container!
  • ffargynnig
    ffargynnig Posts: 60 Member
    Fage 0% is amazing! A whole cup is only 100 calories and very filling! Eat it plain
    Or with some honey or chocolate PB2!
  • jamebb
    jamebb Posts: 86 Member
    It really depends on the brand. Some are tart, some are tangy, some (chobani plain) I've found almost inedible bitter, some are sour. Fage and Dannon are the only two I've found that I can eat plain. Other brands require some kind of sweetener to make them palatable.
  • WhiteRabbit1313
    WhiteRabbit1313 Posts: 1,091 Member
    Plain greek tastes like tangy sour cream (IMO).

    I second this. Especially true if you eat a full fat version.

    I agree, as well.

    I like full fat, plain greek style yogurt with cinnamon and 1 tsp of honey.

    It actually tastes good with about an 1/8 cup of unsweetened cinnamon applesauce, too. Odd combo, to be sure, but it's pretty good.
  • SueInAz
    SueInAz Posts: 6,592 Member
    Plain greek tastes like tangy sour cream (IMO).

    I second this. Especially true if you eat a full fat version.
    Exactly this. I buy the 0% Fage and use it like sour cream straight out of the tub. I put it on potatoes and tacos and anything else I'd use sour cream on. I've also mixed in granulated onion and garlic, etc. and eaten it with veggies. When I eat it for breakfast I add some berries and sweetener, usually agave syrup or sometimes Splenda.
  • WhiteRabbit1313
    WhiteRabbit1313 Posts: 1,091 Member
    I prefer the kind with pectin added to it. Fage' tastes better to some, but I hated it. I stick with Greek Gods or the kind I get from the Lebanese grocery store.
  • ScientificExplorerGirl
    ScientificExplorerGirl Posts: 535 Member
    This link has a nice overview of most plain Greek yogurts:
    http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/food-trends/greek-yogurt-put-to-the-taste-test/article535105/

    My personal all-time favorite is Liberte 10% MF. It is creamy and buttery tasting. With a bit of vanilla extract and stevia it is perfection!

    It is pretty high in fat though so I eat it as a treat and usually stick to 0-2%.
  • anabelpalomo
    anabelpalomo Posts: 34 Member
    It's bitter, but you can sweeten it with by adding honey :)
  • JourneyingJessica
    JourneyingJessica Posts: 261 Member
    Fage (my favorite) sells 5oz containers of their 0% fat & 2% fat.

    I mix mine with slightly thawed frozen berries, for a real treat ill add 1/4 granola & 1TB honey <3 !!!
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    Plain greek tastes like tangy sour cream (IMO).

    I second this. Especially true if you eat a full fat version.

    Yup. I've even substituted it for sour cream in things like dip.
  • callie006
    callie006 Posts: 151 Member
    For me, eating it unsweetened it was a matter of finding the right brand. I like Chobani flavored yogurts, but I find their plain to be especially sour tasting. The only kinds that I've tried that I like plain are Fage and homemade. I like to sprinkle cinnamon on it and then dip apple slices in it.
  • DavidSTC
    DavidSTC Posts: 173 Member
    I really like Cabot Creek.
  • Sreneesa
    Sreneesa Posts: 1,170 Member
    I like it more for the texture...kind of cream cheesey .... The tAste I tolerate with fresh fruit and occasional flavored ones...

    I use fage 0%
  • jlar09
    jlar09 Posts: 99
    I thought it tasted weird at first, but I put it in my protein shakes for added protein and more creaminess Now I eat it with fresh berries and almonds for breakfast as well. It's certainly an adjustment, but now I won't touch the nasty regular Yoplait stuff. Totally worth it!
  • JessyLovesJCS
    JessyLovesJCS Posts: 169 Member
    I mix plain Greek Yogurt with blueberries and strawberries and some slivered almonds...or a tablespoon of PB and another of a natural jam.
  • JessyLovesJCS
    JessyLovesJCS Posts: 169 Member
    Oh, and for something dessert...dark cocoa powder, a little sweetener (usually Stevia) and a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips.
  • amaysngrace
    amaysngrace Posts: 742 Member
    Like sour cream.

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