greek yogurt substitutes

19 substitutes · avg score 6.5 · Greek yogurt — strained cultured yogurt with a thick, creamy texture and higher protein content than regular yogurt. Used in dips and sauces (tzatziki), marinades, baking as a buttermilk or sour cream substitute, and in high-protein breakfasts.

quick swaps (averaged across uses)

01

Kefir

10.0
4 cup : 3 cup

Thin with milk to kefir consistency

02

Plain Yogurt

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Thicker, thin with 2 tbsp milk to match consistency

03

Buttermilk

8.0
3/4 cup : 1 cup

Thinner; best in baking or marinades

04

Sour Cream

8.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Thick and tangy; use 1:1 in dips, dressings, and baked potatoes — adds protein with less fat than sour cream

05

Vanilla Yogurt

8.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Add vanilla extract and sweetener

06

Cottage

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Blend smooth for dips; tangy and high-protein but grainier, best in baked dishes and smoothies

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