75+ healthy yogurt recipes. Also, learn what to look for when shopping for a healthy yogurt option. Plus, a giveaway of one months supply of siggi’s yogurt!
Disclosure: I’ve partnered with siggi’s to offer the giveaway associated with this blog post. I received coupons for siggi’s products. I was not compensated for my time. As always, all opinions are my own. 🙂
Note: the giveaway associated with this post has ended.
Have you ever been to the dairy case at your local supermarket and looked onward in confusion at all the different choices of yogurt? Which one tastes better? Which one looks better? Which one has less sugar? Should I choose flavored or plain? Organic or not? Is Greek the best way to go? Should I get a big container or individual ones? Does this one have probiotics in it? What are probiotics, anyway? Full fat or low-fat? What the heck is kefir?! I have had many of these question cross my mind when staring at the yogurt case…and I’m a dietitian!
There are so many options to choose from and so many front-of-the-label claims, it’s hard to know which is best. While I say all things in moderation, this is what I typically recommend to look for in a yogurt:
- no artifical colors
- no artificial sweeteners
- low in sugar (≤15 grams per serving)
- high in protein (≥10 grams per serving)
- easy to read ingredients list
- added probiotics
While the USDA recommends low- or non-fat dairy products, depending on the individual and their circumstances, I usually let them choose their preference for fat content. Most of the time I opt for the large containers of plain non-fat yogurt and mix in my own fruit and sweetener, I sometimes mix it up with the flavored varieties and higher fat content. One brand that I can always count on to check pretty much everything off the list of what to look for in a yogurt is siggi’s icelandic-style skyr.
siggi’s is a bit thicker and creamier than other yogurts, and is less tart than Greek yogurt. Every serving of siggi’s icelandic-style skyr yogurt contains more grams of protein than it does sugar…which rings true with their motto: simple ingredients, not a lot of sugar. They do not use any artificial colorings, flavors, or high fructose corn syrup. siggi’s is also made with probiotics, or “good” bacteria, that have been found to improve gut health and immunity. And did I mention it tastes amazing?! Plus, they have a great variety of flavors and fat content for you to choose from!
This past September when I traveled to Vermont for Blog Brûlée, we were lucky enough to have a presentation by Siggi himself! He talked about how he started his business, what makes siggi’s yogurt unique, and did a hands-on demonstration of how to make skyr! It was pretty neat. Oh, and of course he brought with him some siggi’s yogurt for us to enjoy! So. Good.
Siggi himself! Teaching us all about siggi’s yogurt.
UPDATE: The giveaway is closed.
Because I like you all so much and I also love siggi’s yogurt, I am proud to be hosting a giveaway sponsored by siggi’s! Anyone who comments on this blog post will be entered into a random drawing to win a one month’s supply of siggi’s yogurt!!! Talk about hitting the jack pot! Get additional entries by liking/commenting on my Facebook or Instagram posts about the giveaway, too!
Now, onto the recipes! I have rounded up 50+ yogurt recipes from registered dietitians – so you know it has to be good! Yogurt is very versatile and can be used in so many ways. Check it out below and stock up on the yogurt!
75+ Healthy yogurt recipes. Plus, win a months supply of @siggisdairy yogurt! Share on XSides and Appetizers
Broccoli Apple Salad via Your Choice Nutrition
7 Layer Hummus Dip via Your Choice Nutrition
Chicken Salad Sandwich Sliders via Your Choice Nutrition
Southwestern Greek Yogurt Dip via Amy Gorin Nutrition
Esquites {Mexican Street Corn Salad} via Jessica Levinson
Gorgonzola Mashed Potatoes via Lively Table
Game Day Jalapeño Cheddar Dip via Nourish Nutrition Co.
Greek Yogurt Hummus via Hungry Hobby
Skinny Kale Artichoke Dip via Lively Table
Peanut Butter Yogurt Dip via Hungry Hobby
Oats and Yogurt Bread Machine Rolls via Real Mom Nutrition
Greek Yogurt Balsamic Vinaigrette via Nutrition Starring You
Smoothies
Wild Blueberry Mint Smoothie via Your Choice Nutrition
Peanut Butter Banana Oatmeal Smoothie via Your Choice Nutrition
Berry Almond Cocoa Smoothie via Amy Gorin Nutrition
Layered Wild Blueberry Smoothie via Your Choice Nutrition
Peachy Green Smoothie Bowl via Your Choice Nutrition
Breakfasts
Whole Wheat Apple Walnut Pancakes via Your Choice Nutrition
Stuffed Crepes with Blueberry Pear Compote via Your Choice Nutrition
Southwestern Avocado Egg Boats with Avocado Crema via Your Choice Nutrition
Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes via Your Choice Nutrition
Immune Boosting Tropical Breakfast Bowl via Emily Kyle Nutrition
Toast with Yogurt and Berries via Nourished By Nutrition
Strawberry Chocolate Overnight Oats via Nutrition by Nazima
Pomegranate Pistachio Chia Pudding via Bite of Health Nutrition
Peachy Keen Overnight Oats via Kiss in the Kitchen
Berry Blast Overnight Oats via Hungry Hobby
Pistachio and Blood Orange Muesli via Alissa Rumsey Nutrition & Wellness
Handvo: Savoury Vegetable Cake via Desi-licious RD
Whole Wheat Yogurt Pancakes via Hungry Hobby
Breakfast “Ice Cream” Sandwiches via RDelicious Kitchen
Banana-Oat-Yogurt Pancakes with Chia Seeds via GoWin Nutrition
Whole Wheat Waffles with Yogurt & Flaxseed via Real Mom Nutrition
Chocolate Pomegranate Overnight Oats via Nutrition Starring You
Eggnog French Toast via Snacking in Sneakers
Entrees
Copycat Panera Autumn Squash Soup via Byte Sized Nutrition
Chicken Salad Sandwich Bowl via Your Choice Nutrition
Cheesy Chicken & Asparagus Stromboli via Your Choice Nutrition
Quick Butternut Squash Soup via 80 Twenty Nutrition
Spinach & Artichoke Rolled Salmon Pinwheels via Perspective Portions
Stuffed Sweet Potato with Mustard Greens and Creamy Tahini Sauce via Street Smart Nutrition
Savory Yogurt Parfait with Spicy Roasted Chickpeas via Spicy RD Nutrition
Salmon Waldorf Salad with Citrus Yogurt Vinaigrette via Jessica Levinson
Kale Caesar Salad via Lively Table
Chicken Salad with Grapes and Dill via Katie Cavuto, RD
Katie’s Famous Curried Chicken & Broccoli via Nourish Nutrition Co.
Tomato Wedge with Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad via Krolls Korner
Afghan Braised Chicken in Yogurt via Mom’s Kitchen Handbook
Quick Breads & Muffins
Whole Wheat Cranberry Orange Bread via Your Choice Nutrition
Banana Nut Oat Greek Yogurt Muffins via Your Choice Nutrition
Spelt Banana Bread via Nourished By Nutrition
Wild Blueberry Sweet Potato Bread via Bucket List Tummy
Chocolate Pear Bread via Jessica Levinson
Flourless Greek Yogurt Pumpkin Bites via Krolls Korner
Pumpkin Pecan Muffins via Smart Nutrition
Desserts
Blueberry Pie Cheese Ball via Your Choice Nutrition
Creamy Orange Bars via Your Choice Nutrition
Apple Crisp Cheesecake Bars via Byte Sized Nutrition
Sikarni – Nepali Style Whipped Yogurt with Cardamom via Food, Pleasure & Health
Peanut Butter Yogurt Dipped Strawberries via Caroline Kaufman, MS, RDN
Lemon Thyme Cake via Salubrious RD
Grilled Stone Fruit with Honey Lemon Yogurt Sauce via Jessica Levinson
Caramelized Apple Maple Cream Tartlets via Marisa Moore Nutrition
Coconut Banana Chia Pudding via Yummy Mummy Club
Pumpkin Bundt Cake via Nourish Nutrition Co.
Cranberry-Chocolate Oatmeal Holiday Cookies via Nutrition Artist
Mango Froyo via 80 Twenty Nutrition
Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding via Hungry Hobby
No Bake Mini Gingerbread Cheesecakes via The Foodie Dietitian
Orange Cranberry Tart via Live Best
Strawberry Nice Cream via Smart Nutrition
Chocolate Cranberry Cauliflower Cake via Kansas City Dietitian
Now that I’ve whet your appetite for all things yogurt, head on over to my Facebook and Instagram pages and like and/or comment on my post about the siggi’s giveaway! Each comment and likes qualifies as an entry to the giveaway. Also, any comments on this blog post qualifies as and entry as well! The giveaway runs from December 12-16, 2016. Good luck!
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