Recipes with Greek yogurt that add protein and variety to your kitchen

Why is Greek yogurt a great source of protein?

Unlike traditional yogurt, Greek yogurt undergoes a filtration process that removes some of the whey, thus concentrating its nutrients. The result is a food with:

• Higher protein content (up to twice that of regular yogurt)
• Fewer natural sugars

Protein is essential for maintaining energy throughout the day, strengthening muscles, and supporting a balanced diet for the whole family.

Benefits of adding Greek yogurt to your recipes

Including FAGE Greek yogurt in your daily cooking not only improves the nutritional value of food, but also provides practical advantages:

• It makes dishes creamier without using as much fat.
• You can substitute ingredients like cream or mayonnaise, reducing calories without losing flavor.
• It brings freshness and balance
• Its acidic touch helps to balance flavors, especially in savory recipes.
• It is very versatile
• It works in sweet, savory, cold or hot recipes.

ALFREDO PASTA WITH GREEK YOGURT

Ingredients

• 225 g fusilli dough
• 2 tbsp of butter
• 1 1/2 tsp garlic, finely chopped
• ½ cup of pasta cooking water
• 1 cup of FAGE Greek yogurt (Total 0%, 5%, Best Self)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• Breadcrumbs, toasted
• Parsley, chopped

Preparation

• Add a tablespoon of salt to a pot of water and bring to a boil.
• Add the pasta and cook until al dente.
• Reserve ½ cup of the pasta cooking water. Drain the pasta.
• Add the butter and garlic to a pan over medium heat and sauté for one minute.
• Pour in the pasta cooking water and heat for another 2 minutes.
• Lower the heat to low and add the yogurt, salt, and pepper.
• Stir constantly for 2 minutes.
• Add the pasta and Parmesan cheese and mix until all the pasta is coated with the sauce.
• Garnish with breadcrumbs and parsley.

CHOCOLATE-MINT FROZEN POPS WITH GREEK YOGURT

Ingredients

• 1 tz of cream for beating
• 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
• ½ cup agave honey, maple syrup, or golden syrup
• 2 cups of FAGE Greek yogurt (Total 0%, 5%, Best Self)
• 1 tsp mint extract, artificial green coloring (optional)
• ¾ cup of chocolate chunks
• 2 cups of semisweet chocolate chips
• 2/3 cup of coconut oil

Preparation

• Heat the whipping cream and mint leaves in a small saucepan over medium heat for 5 minutes.
• Pour in the agave syrup and turn off the heat. Let the mint infuse and the mixture cool for 25 minutes.
• Add the Greek yogurt, mint extract, and a couple of drops of green artificial coloring and mix until combined.
• Add the chocolate pieces and pour the mixture into popsicle molds.
• Place wooden sticks in each space and freeze for 5 and a half hours or overnight.
• Remove the popsicles from the mold and dip them in the chocolate. Serve immediately or freeze for 10 minutes before serving.