Wait. Make that three things. I missed cheese, ice cream and Greek yogurt.
Whether it's topped with berries and nuts or the occasional granola, stirred into oatmeal or a topping pancakes, it's a delicious snack or breakfast. And healthy, too. Greek yogurt has more protein than traditional yogurts, fewer carbohydrates and less sodium.
But of course you already knew that.
There's a dizzying array of Greek yogurt brands - Chobani, Fage and Oikos (my first foray into Greeks) - and more traditional yogurt brands such as Dannon and Yoplait have come out with their own versions. It's a $5 billion business {source}, with each brand trying to create its own niche. Chobani has a loyal following in the blogosphere and Fage has its own group who appreciate its tang.
But Yoplait is targeting someone else. Someone who can't afford to "spend" 150+ calories on the sugary concoctions of other producers. Someone who budgets snacks. Someone who is busy and needs a quick snack on the go.
Yoplait's Greek 100 is 100 calories and just 2 Points Plus if you follow Weight Watchers. It has 10 grams of protein for staying power and 9 grams of sugar (there are artificial sweeteners in this yogurt). And though it has no fat, it still has a thick consistency that Greek yogurt fans enjoy.
I sampled a bit of this yogurt during the summer, and I found it to be good. A tad sweet but good. It's something easy you can throw into your purse .... I mean lunch bag ... for a quick snack at work without having to worry about calories or portions.
And I do mean you. The folks at Yoplait have generously offered to send a case of the new yogurt to five - yes, 5! - readers.
Happy snacking.
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I have been reading your blog for a few months!!!! Youre such a inspiration to me :) Your son is also SOOO cute!!! I have been dying to try this yogurt :)
ReplyDeleteI heart Greek Yogurt, you and all the giveaways you have :)
ReplyDeleteI heart greek yogurt! ymm with some berries!! and crunchies on top
ReplyDeleteI love plain greek yogurt with strawberries and a little bit of shredded coconut on top!
ReplyDeleteLove greek yogurt with strawberries and some granola!
ReplyDeleteI love giveaways but I make my own yoghurt. Just need one greek yoghurt plain WITHOUT any additives like pektin and such. And organic milk.(you can choose your fat content, it wirks with nonfat milk as good as with whole milk) I have a yoghurt maker and it tastes so much better than ANY store bought stuff. It has NO preservatives and you can add whatever you want. Fruit, granola.......My personal opinion!
ReplyDeleteIt might sound funny but I eat my yogurt for breakfast with nuts and middle eastern food in the pita (Jane).
ReplyDeleteI haven't eaten greek yogurt yet actually (I am late to the game), but I imagine I would probably use it in smoothies or with granola mixed in.
ReplyDeleteI just tried this greek yogurt for the first time and really luked it. I love it for a snack with berries, almonds, or granola. I also love it in my smoothies!
ReplyDeleteI love greek yogurt by itself, but blueberries are usually a nice flavor and texture addition.
ReplyDeleteI love greek yogurt with granola! Sometimes I use plain greek yogurt as a salad dressing though, and it's amazing.
ReplyDeleteOh, my! I love greek yogurt and as good as it is on pancakes or with berries, I really love it all by itself!
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With granola stirred in.
ReplyDeletelove it with granola!
ReplyDeleteIf it's quality, it's delicious plain!
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