Who are these options for?

Fans of build-your-own breakfasts

You want to start with plain Greek-style yoghurt and add your own fruit, cereal or honey. The ingredients list and fat content per 100 g can help you choose the right base.

Busy people who prefer a fruity recipe

You want something ready to eat. Check whether sugar appears in the ingredients and compare the ‘sugars’ figure per 100 g, rather than relying on the fruit name alone.

People keeping an eye on protein

You compare protein and fat first. In that case, it’s worth looking at plain skyr alongside Greek-style yoghurt, while bearing in mind that it’s a different product.

What should you look for?

For a sweet breakfast, first decide whether you want to add your own toppings or buy a recipe that’s ready to eat. Then compare the nutritional information and pack size. The DGCCRF states that nutritional information is given per 100 g or 100 ml, making it easier to compare products on the same basis.

Criteria What to check Who is it for?
Plain base to add toppings to The product name, ingredients and fat content per 100 g. If I’m making a bowl with fruit or honey, I want to choose the additions myself. Around 33% of consumers would prioritise this flexibility.
Ready-to-eat recipe Whether sugar appears in the ingredients and the ‘sugars’ figure per 100 g. When I don’t want to prepare anything, I prefer to have a fruity flavour already in the pot. Around 25% of consumers would put this convenience first.
Protein and fat Protein, fat and saturated fatty acids per 100 g, as well as the type of product. If I’m choosing mainly based on these values, I also compare plain skyr without mistaking it for Greek-style yoghurt. Around 25% of consumers would put this nutritional profile first.
Pack size Net weight, number of pots and use-by date. If I’m buying for several breakfasts, I look for a pack that suits the portions I plan to serve. Around 17% of consumers would make pack size their main criterion.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming a thick texture means more protein

    A thick texture doesn’t tell you how much protein a product contains. E.Leclerc lists 5.6 g per 100 g for its 1 kg Délisse plain Greek yoghurt, while Yoplait lists 9.3 g per 100 g for its Skyr Nature. These are two different products.

    If this matters to you, check the ‘protein’ figure per 100 g and the product name.

  • Assuming a fruity recipe just contains added fruit

    The Délisse Greek-style yoghurt with a mango layer listed by E.Leclerc contains mango and sugar; its product information gives 11.1 g of sugars per 100 g. You can’t tell what’s in a fruity recipe from its flavour alone.

    To choose how sweet you want it, compare its ingredients with those of a plain recipe and check the ‘sugars’ figure.

  • Choosing a large pot without planning your portions

    The product listings reviewed include packs of four pots and a 1 kg format. These pack sizes aren’t suited to the same number of portions.

    Check the net weight and use-by date before choosing the right size for your breakfasts.

  • Forgetting to check allergens for each variety

    The plain Carrefour Extra, Danone and Auchan recipes described in their product listings contain milk. The DGCCRF reminds shoppers that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on prepacked food labels.

    Check the packaging of the variety you’re buying, even if you already know another recipe or pack size from the same brand.

Brands to consider by product

Danone

The plain Greek-style yoghurt listed by Carrefour France comes in a pack of four 110 g pots.

  • Its ingredients list includes skimmed milk, cream and lactic cultures.
  • For a nutritional comparison, check the values for this specific product rather than generalising across the whole range.

Carrefour Extra

Carrefour France lists its plain Greek-style yoghurt in a pack of four 150 g pots.

  • The recipe listed contains whole milk, cream, skimmed milk powder and lactic cultures.
  • Check the nutritional information for this product before comparing it with another plain variety or pack size.

Délisse (Marque Repère E.Leclerc)

E.Leclerc lists a 1 kg pot of plain Greek yoghurt, among other options. It’s a size worth considering if you’re planning several portions.

  • For this product, E.Leclerc lists 10 g of fat and 5.6 g of protein per 100 g.
  • The mango-layer recipe is a different product, so check its ingredients separately.

Auchan

The plain Greek-style yoghurt listed by Auchan comes in a pack of four 150 g pots.

  • For this product, Auchan lists 8.2 g of fat and 3.8 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • Check the packaging of the product you buy: Auchan says its composition may vary depending on where and when you shop.

Yoplait

Yoplait Skyr Nature is an alternative worth comparing if protein and fat matter more to you than choosing Greek-style yoghurt.

  • For this product, Yoplait lists 9.3 g of protein and less than 0.5 g of fat per 100 g.
  • Skyr isn’t Greek-style yoghurt, so don’t assume they have the same recipe or texture.

Eridanous

Lidl lists Eridanous Greek-style yoghurt for sweet or savoury dishes.

  • Lidl suggests serving it with honey or fresh fruit, among other options.
  • To compare it with another recipe, check the ingredients and nutritional information on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the term ‘Greek-style’ indicate a specific amount of protein or fat?

No. The term alone isn’t enough to determine how much a particular product contains. Compare its product name, ingredients and nutritional values per 100 g.

Which values should you compare between two Greek-style yoghurts?

Compare their nutritional information per 100 g, especially sugars, fat, saturated fatty acids and protein. The DGCCRF explains that presenting values on this common basis makes it possible to compare foods by the same quantity.

Does every pot have to display the Nutri-Score?

No. According to Santé publique France, producers choose whether to display the Nutri-Score. If it appears on a pot, check the ingredients and nutritional information too.

How can you check for milk in these yoghurts?

Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging of the product you’re buying. The plain recipes from Carrefour Extra, Danone and Auchan mentioned here list milk; the DGCCRF states that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on prepacked products.