Sunday, March 18, 2012

Greek Yogurt

Greek yogurt quickly became one of my newest obsessions! While Mikes friend was visiting recently, he told me I had to try it. I had tried the plain version before, and found it so bitter! But I thought I would give it another shot, and boy am I glad I did!
There are many benefits to Greek yogurt such as being higher in protein, lower in carbohydrates, thicker and creamier, and lower in sodium. The low-fat and non-fat versions are CLEAN (check the labels of the flavoured varieties though because those often have sugar which then makes them not clean). My favourite is PC brand Greek yogurt with honey. The only disadvantage I've found is that it has less bone building calcium than regular yogurt.

Here are some of the ways I have recently enjoyed it:
1. Breakfast/snack-with berries, granola, or honey
2. Veggie dip-just tried this recipe  and loved it. Instead of onion flakes I just used onion powder
3. Fruit dip-either just the yogurt with some honey OR mix in a few spoons of Nutella for chocolate hazelnut awesomeness when you want to treat yourself (this is not clean)
Greek yogurt veggie dip cups at our St. Patrick's Day party

Greek yogurt & Nutella dip also at our party

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