0% Greek yoghurt, skyr or light yoghurt: what to check

Who are these options for?

You’re looking for plain 0% Greek yoghurt

Whether it’s for breakfast, a sauce or a recipe, you want to stick to the “Greek yoghurt” category and check the “fat” line directly, rather than relying on the word “light”.

You’re looking for a protein-rich snack

You’re comparing the protein and fat content of a chilled product, without insisting that it’s Greek yoghurt. Plain skyr or another dairy product could be an option.

You use a large pot for cooking

You’re planning several portions or sweet and savoury dishes. How much you’ll use, keeping it chilled and the instructions for using it after opening all matter when choosing a pack size.

What should you check?

When shopping locally, first decide whether you specifically want plain Greek yoghurt or whether skyr would do. Then compare the nutritional information per 100 g and choose a pack size that suits how you’ll use and store it.

Criterion	What to check	Who is it for?
Plain 0% Greek yoghurt	The product name, ingredients and fat per 100 g: “light” doesn’t necessarily mean 0%.	If I specifically want plain 0% Greek yoghurt, a simply reduced-fat recipe doesn’t meet my criteria; around 36% of consumers would make this their top priority.
Protein for a snack	Protein per 100 g and the portion you’ll eat, distinguishing between Greek yoghurt, skyr and other dairy products.	For a chilled snack, I compare the protein content and am happy to choose skyr rather than sticking to Greek yoghurt; this would be the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Sugars and ingredients	The “of which sugars” line per 100 g and whether sugar appears in the ingredients list.	If I choose a flavoured recipe, I want to know what it contains beyond its fat content; around 21% of consumers would make this comparison their top criterion.
Pack size and storage	The quantity in the pot or portions, the use-by date, and the temperature and usage instructions after opening.	If I’m planning several recipes, I’ll only buy a large pot if I can use it according to the storage instructions; this would be the top priority for around 14% of consumers.

Mistakes to avoid

Assuming “light” means “0%”

The light vanilla Greek-style yoghurt featured by Auchan contains 2 g of fat per 100 g, so it doesn’t meet the strict 0% requirement.

Check the “fat” line per 100 g on the exact product you’re buying.
Assuming 0% fat also means low in sugars

The Yoplait Skyr Brassé we looked at contains less than 0.5 g of fat, but sugar is listed among its ingredients and it contains 10 g of sugars per 100 g.

Read the ingredients list alongside the “of which sugars” line. According to Anses, dairy products also contain naturally occurring sugars, including lactose.
Buying a large pot without planning how you’ll use it

A large pack means following the chilling instructions, the use-by date where applicable, and the guidance for after opening.

Choose a quantity you expect to use, and follow the temperature and storage period shown on the packaging.

An opened pot that you can’t finish within the stated timeframe may go to waste.
Confusing skyr with Greek yoghurt

Skyr or another high-protein dairy product may suit your nutritional requirements, but it isn’t plain Greek yoghurt.

Check the product name if the “Greek yoghurt” category matters for your purchase or a particular recipe.

Brands and ranges to know

These products let you compare specific categories and pack sizes; their characteristics may not apply to other recipes from the same brand.

Delta

Auchan offers plain 0% Delta Greek yoghurt in a 1 kg pot and multipacks of 2 × 150 g.

Auchan’s listings for these products state that they contain skimmed cow’s milk and lactic cultures, with 0 g of fat and 9.6 g of protein per 100 g.
If you choose the 1 kg pot, make sure you can use it in line with the storage and after-opening instructions.

FAGE

Auchan’s plain 0% Greek yoghurt option is available in a 950 g pot.

Its product listing states that it contains 0 g of fat, 10.3 g of protein and 3 g of sugars per 100 g, and is made with skimmed milk and lactic cultures.
Store the large pot as instructed on the packaging and use it within the stated timeframe after opening.

Yoplait

Yoplait skyr products are alternatives to compare, not Greek yoghurts.

Yoplait states that its Skyr Nature contains less than 0.5 g of fat and 9.3 g of protein per 100 g.
The Skyr Brassé version we looked at contains sugar among its ingredients and has 10 g of sugars per 100 g, so check the recipe you choose.

Danone

The HiPRO range consists of high-protein dairy products rather than Greek yoghurt.

According to Danone’s FAQ, HiPRO products contain 0% fat and each pot has 15 g of protein.
If you’re looking for plain Greek yoghurt, compare the product name and nutritional values of the specific item.

Carrefour

The retailer offers reduced-fat yoghurts, 0% options and skyr, including Delta 0% Greek yoghurt.

Carrefour’s listing for Delta 0% describes a 1 kg pot containing 0 g of fat per 100 g.
Check which product and pack size are available at your store when you shop.

Lidl / Eridanous

Lidl offers Eridanous Greek-style yoghurt, which is suitable for both savoury and sweet dishes.

This product is worth considering if you’re looking for an ingredient to cook with.
If you need a specific fat content, check the nutritional information on the packaging before you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Does “reduced-fat” always mean 0% fat?

No. The light vanilla Greek-style yoghurt featured by Auchan contains 2 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 0 g for the plain Delta and FAGE options reviewed by the retailer. If you’re specifically looking for 0%, compare the values per 100 g on the packaging.

Can plain skyr replace 0% Greek yoghurt?

It could be an option if the “Greek yoghurt” label isn’t essential, but it’s a different type of product. Yoplait states that its Skyr Nature contains less than 0.5 g of fat and 9.3 g of protein per 100 g.

How should you store yoghurt bought during your local shop?

Follow the temperature instructions on the packaging and put the product in the fridge promptly. For products that require it, the Ministry of the Economy reminds consumers that the use-by date must be followed and that breaking the cold chain can make a product unsafe to eat. Follow the instructions for after opening too.

What should you check when comparing a flavoured recipe with plain Greek yoghurt?

Compare the ingredients and sugars per 100 g as well as the fat content. The Yoplait Skyr Brassé we looked at contains sugar among its ingredients and has 10 g of sugars per 100 g; Auchan’s listing for plain FAGE 0% states that it contains 3 g of sugars per 100 g. According to Anses, some of the sugars in dairy products may occur naturally, particularly in the form of lactose.