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A thick, creamy, and protein-packed strained yogurt with the bright, sweet-tart flavor of ripe strawberries. Its dense, velvety texture holds fruit pieces or swirls beautifully, offering a satisfying, spoonable experience. With over 8g of protein and minimal fat per 100g, it's a nutritional powerhouse for a snack or breakfast.
People adore it for the perfect marriage of tangy Greek yogurt and sweet strawberry flavor, creating a dessert-like treat that feels virtuous. It's incredibly versatile, serving as a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, a base for smoothies, or a healthier substitute for sour cream or mayonnaise.
The added sugar (over 11g per 100g) can cause blood-sugar spikes, making it less ideal for diabetics or those monitoring sugar intake. To counteract this, pair it with a source of healthy fat and fiber, like a handful of nuts or chia seeds, to slow sugar absorption. Also, check labels for added thickeners or artificial flavors, and opt for brands with minimal ingredients if sensitive.
The process of straining regular yogurt to make Greek yogurt removes the liquid whey, concentrating the protein to nearly double that of unstrained yogurt, while also creating its signature thick, spoonable texture.
| Water | 79.1 g |
| Energy | 82.0 kcal |
| Energy | 342 kj |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.15 g |
| Ash | 0.59 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 12.1 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.60 g |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g |
| Sucrose | 5.4 g |
| Glucose | 0.65 g |
| Fructose | 2.2 g |
| Lactose | 2.5 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.55 g |
| Starch | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 97.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.09 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 113 mg |
| Potassium, K | 132 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 33.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.45 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.02 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 9.4 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.30 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.25 mg |
| Niacin | 0.21 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.36 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.05 mg |
| Folate, total | 20.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 20.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 20.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 14.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.49 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 4.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 4.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 40.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.10 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.00 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 4.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.03 g |
| Threonine | 0.18 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.24 g |
| Leucine | 0.44 g |
| Lysine | 0.39 g |
| Methionine | 0.13 g |
| Cystine | 0.04 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.24 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.22 g |
| Valine | 0.36 g |
| Arginine | 0.13 g |
| Histidine | 0.11 g |
| Alanine | 0.19 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.35 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.86 g |
| Glycine | 0.10 g |
| Proline | 0.52 g |
| Serine | 0.27 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
What's the difference between Greek yogurt and regular yogurt?
Greek yogurt is strained to remove most of the liquid whey, resulting in a thicker, creamier texture and a significantly higher protein concentration by weight compared to regular, unstrained yogurt.
Is the sugar in strawberry Greek yogurt natural or added?
It's typically a combination. There are natural sugars from lactose (milk) and the fruit itself, but most commercial varieties also contain added sugars or fruit concentrates to enhance the strawberry flavor, which accounts for the majority of the sugar content.
Can I use this in cooking or baking?
Yes, it's excellent as a substitute for sour cream, mayonnaise, or buttermilk in recipes like dressings, dips, and baked goods, adding moisture, tang, and a protein boost without much fat.