Sweetened Greek yogurt
Sweetened Greek yogurt is a thick, creamy dairy product made by straining regular yogurt to remove whey, then adding sugar or sweeteners for flavor. It is a popular breakfast, snack, or dessert item enjoyed worldwide, with roots in traditional Mediterranean and Middle Eastern strained yogurts.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
It is an excellent source of protein, relatively low in fat (depending on the variety), and moderate in carbohydrates, primarily from natural milk sugars and added sweeteners. A typical serving provides a good amount of calcium, phosphorus, and B vitamins like B12.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 140 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 16 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 60 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Phosphorus | 130 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
Per 1 container (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The straining process that defines Greek yogurt concentrates its nutrients, giving it nearly double the protein of regular yogurt. Culturally, it's a modern, sweetened adaptation of ancient strained yogurt preparations like Turkish 'süzme yoğurt' or Lebanese 'labneh'.
