All the Buzz About Greek Yogurt
By: Brooke Glazer – UNLV Dietetic Intern
In recent years, Greek yogurt has gained lots of popularity throughout the United States. Greek yogurt is known for having a thicker, creamier consistency and tarter taste than regular, non-Greek yogurt, and it also has a higher protein and calcium content than regular yogurt. Most supermarkets these days carry Greek yogurt and popular brand names include: Fage, Mykonos, and Chobani, among others. Because of it’s plain flavor, Greek yogurt is a great sour-cream substitute in any recipe or taco night. It’s also delicious when drizzled with honey and mixed with any type of fruit or nut. The following are my personal favorite sweet and savory Greek yogurt concoction:
Sweet Breakfast Recipe
Ingredients:
1 6 ox container 0% Fage Greek yogurt (or any other brand)
1 oz raw walnuts chopped
1 medium apple chopped
1 handful raisins
1 tablespoon honey
Directions: Combine all ingredients and enjoy!
Savory Dip Recipe
Ingredients:
2 6 oz containers 0% Fage Greek yogurt (or any other brand)
1 tablespoon chipotle pepper sauce
½ cup chunky salsa
2 tablespoons cilantro chopped
¼ cup low fat Mexican cheese, shredded
Directions: Combine first 4 ingredients and top with cheese. Dip chips or fresh veggies into the dip and enjoy!
Mix ingredients together and enjoy!
