Who is this choice for?

People keeping an eye on fat

If you’re looking for a value of 0 g per 100 g, check the nutrition table for the exact product. ‘Greek’ on its own doesn’t tell you how much fat it contains.

People using one tub over several meals

A 950 g or 1 kg tub could provide several breakfasts or be used in cold dishes. Check the use-by date and storage instructions before choosing a tub size.

People comparing protein content too

Once you’ve checked the fat content, compare the figures per 100 g: Auchan’s listing shows 9.6 g of protein for DELTA 0% in 2 × 150 g and 10.3 g for FAGE Total 0% in 950 g.

What should you look for?

When choosing Greek yoghurt in a large tub, first check the fat content per 100 g. Then choose a size you can use and store according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Criterion What to check Who is it for?
Fat Check the figure per 100 g on the tub rather than inferring it from the product name. If I’m limiting fat, I want to know how much the yoghurt contains before considering other criteria; around 46% of consumers make this their priority.
Size and storage Compare the net weight, use-by date and storage instructions. For several meals, I’m looking for a tub I can finish while following its storage instructions. Choosing a suitable size is the priority for around 27% of consumers.
Ingredients Compare protein and sugar per 100 g, then check the ingredients and allergens. Once I’ve chosen a 0% yoghurt, I want to compare products by their ingredients; this is the priority for around 27% of consumers.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming all Greek yoghurt is 0%

    The product category name doesn’t determine its fat content: Auchan’s listing for DELTA 0% in 2 × 150 g shows 0 g per 100 g, compared with 10 g per 100 g on Carrefour Original’s listing.

    Compare the ‘fat’ figure per 100 g for each product you’re considering.

  • Choosing the biggest tub without planning how you’ll use it

    950 g and 1 kg tubs are suited to repeated use, but the use-by date and storage instructions depend on the product you buy.

    Choose a size based on how much you expect to use, and follow the instructions on the tub.

  • Confusing 0% fat with dairy-free

    The DELTA 0% and FAGE Total 0% listings include milk. Fat content also doesn’t tell you how much sugar or protein a product contains.

    If you need to avoid an ingredient, check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging of the product you choose.

Brands to consider in these sizes

DELTA

Carrefour lists a 1 kg tub of DELTA Greek-style yoghurt 0%; Auchan also offers strained DELTA 0% Greek yoghurt in 2 × 150 g.

  • For the 2 × 150 g size, Auchan’s listing shows 0 g of fat, 9.6 g of protein and 3.8 g of sugar per 100 g.
  • These figures are for the 2 × 150 g size. Check the nutrition information on the packaging of the 1 kg tub.

FAGE

Auchan describes FAGE Total 0% as strained yoghurt made to a Greek recipe, in a 950 g tub.

  • Auchan’s listing shows 0 g of fat, 10.3 g of protein and 3 g of sugar per 100 g.
  • The tub contains 950 g, not 1 kg; check the details on the product you actually buy.

Carrefour Original

This 1 kg tub of Greek-style yoghurt is a useful point of comparison if size is your main priority.

  • The 1 kg size meets the needs of anyone looking for a large tub.
  • Carrefour’s listing shows 10 g of fat per 100 g: a large tub doesn’t guarantee a 0% fat content.

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Frequently asked questions

Is plain Greek yoghurt always low in fat?

No: ‘plain’ and ‘Greek’ don’t tell you the fat content. Auchan’s listing for DELTA 0% in 2 × 150 g shows 0 g per 100 g, while Carrefour Original’s listing shows 10 g per 100 g. Check the figure for the product you choose.

Is Greek yoghurt 0% suitable if I need to avoid milk?

Not simply because it’s labelled 0%: the DELTA 0% and FAGE Total 0% listings include milk among the ingredients. Check the packaging of the exact product you’re buying; the DGCCRF advises that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted in the ingredients list.

How should I store a large tub of Greek yoghurt?

Follow the storage temperature and use-by date shown for the tub you buy, as well as the instructions for after opening. Auchan’s listing for DELTA 0% in 2 × 150 g says to store it between 2 °C and 6 °C, while its listing for FAGE Total 0% in 950 g gives a maximum of 7 °C. Don’t assume the instructions are the same for different products.

How do I compare nutrition information for two different sizes?

Compare the figures per 100 g, then consider the tub size and the portion you plan to use. The DGCCRF states that nutrition information for prepacked foods is given per 100 g or 100 ml. This makes it easier to compare the fat, sugar and protein content of tubs in different sizes.