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Healthy Greek Yogurt Recipes

July 31, 2014 by Julie Leave a Comment

yogurt cheesecakeHealthy Greek yogurt recipes you have to try.

Nonfat or lowfat plain Greek yogurt has more protein-per-calorie than most other protein rich foods, like beef, chicken or fish.

It’s one of the foods I have daily in my diet, normally with my oatmeal, with fresh fruit or mixed into my post-exercise recovery smoothie.

I also love using it as an ingredient to make many of my recipes healthier–from tuna salad to frosting and even creating a fat-free “cream” sauce for pasta (see recipes below) or a lighter cheesecake.

Check out the guide, 10 Best Ways to Enjoy Greek Yogurt, for ideas and inspiration.

Penne with Wild Mushrooms and Greek Yogurt

recipes with greek yogurtIngredients

2 tbsp olive oil
3 shallots, peeled and finely chopped
1-2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2/3 lbs fresh wild mushroom, wiped and sliced

1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
16 oz box of fresh Penne Rigate
¼ tsp freshly grated nutmeg
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 containers of 6 oz  0% Greek Yogurt
2 tbsp freshly chopped basil and parsley

  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan and sauté the chopped shallots and crushed garlic for 2-3 minutes without browning. Stir in the mushrooms and vinegar and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the Penne Rigate according to the pack instructions and drain well.
  • Stir the pasta into the mushrooms and reheat. Season to taste. Add the  Greek Yogurt and stir well. If liked, Parmesan cheese can be sprinkled on just before serving.
  • Serve piping hot and garnish with fresh herbs.

Creamy Yogurt Lemon Cheesecake

Here’s a great cheesecake recipe to try that slashes the fat and calories compared to a regular cheesecake.

 

10 bes ways to use greek yogurt

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