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Greek yogurt

High Protein

¾ cup Greek yogurt nonfat (170 g) per serving.

17g
protein per serving
!
Important

Not all Greek yogurt contains live cultures. Oikos Pro, a popular high-protein option, does not contain live active cultures according to its label. If you want probiotic benefits, choose Fage, Chobani, or Siggi's which verify live cultures.

Calories
100
per serving
Protein density
16.9
g per 100 cal
Calorie cost
5.9
cal per 1g protein
To hit 30g protein
1.8 cups
300g · 177 cal

Macro breakdown

Protein17g(69%)
Carbs6.1g(25%)
Fat0.7g(6%)
Fiber0g

Tips to maximize protein

1.Check the expiration date and store Greek yogurt in the coldest part of your refrigerator
2.Bring to room temperature before eating for best flavor
3.Mix with fresh fruit or nuts for a balanced snack
4.Use as a protein-rich base for smoothies and parfaits
5.Look for varieties with live active cultures for probiotic benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

Greek yogurt contains 17g of protein per serving. This makes it an excellent high-protein choice with a protein density score of 16.9 (grams of protein per 100 calories).

You need approximately 1.8 servings of Greek yogurt to reach 30g of protein, which would provide about 177 calories. This makes it easy to hit your protein target with a reasonable portion.

Greek yogurt provides 17g of protein for 100.3 calories, giving it a calorie cost of 5.9 calories per gram of protein. This excellent protein-to-calorie ratio makes it a great choice for weight loss.

Not all Greek yogurt contains live probiotics. Oikos Pro, despite being popular for its high protein content, does not contain live active cultures. For probiotic benefits, choose brands like Fage, Chobani, or Siggi's that explicitly list live and active cultures on the label.

Nutrition data sourced from USDA FoodData Central.

Last verified: 2025-02-16