People cooking for the festive season
For a sauce, dip or dessert to share, the amount you need and how long the tub can be used for once opened matter just as much as the recipe you choose.
Who are these formats for?
People who prefer individual portions
Separate pots can be handy for desserts or breakfasts when everyone is eating at a different time, so you don't have to leave a large tub open.
People looking for a specific feature
If you're comparing fat, protein, ingredients, organic certification or stated origin, check the details for each product rather than relying on the words ‘Greek’ or ‘Greek-style’ alone.
Which factors should you prioritise?
First decide whether you'll be cooking for several people or serving individual portions. Then check the recipe and storage instructions for the product you choose. Grated cheese is a separate product category and isn't a substitute for yoghurt.
| Factor | What to check | Who it's for |
|---|---|---|
| Cooking and format | Tub size and instructions for use after opening, based on the amount you'll need for your recipes. | If I'm making a sauce or dessert for several guests, I want to be able to use the contents of a large tub within the recommended time. This would be the top priority for around 44% of consumers. |
| Recipe and nutritional values | Ingredients and nutritional values per 100 g, particularly fat and protein. | If I choose based on the ingredients first, I want to compare products rather than assume their nutritional values from their name. Around 33% of consumers would prioritise this factor. |
| Individual portions | Number of pots, weight of each portion and use-by date. | When desserts are served at different times, I'd rather open one pot at a time and keep leftovers to a minimum. This convenience would come first for around 23% of consumers. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming ‘Greek’ and ‘Greek-style’ mean the same recipe
The products listed by Carrefour and Auchan vary in their ingredients, stated origin and nutritional values. The product name alone doesn't tell you what's in the tub.
Check the product description, ingredients list and nutritional information per 100 g for the product you plan to buy.
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Opening a large tub without planning when you'll finish it
A 1 kg tub can work well for a dish to share, but Auchan recommends using its 1 kg tub of natural Greek yoghurt within four days of opening.
Plan how much you'll need for your menu and follow the storage instructions on the tub you buy.
If you won't use the planned amount within that time, some of it could go to waste.
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Forgetting about milk in a dessert to share
The products mentioned contain milk. France's Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds shoppers that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on the labels of prepacked foods.
Check the label on the product you actually buy before making a dessert for guests who need to avoid milk.
Brands and products to consider
These examples relate to specific products: formats and ingredients can vary within the same brand.
Carrefour
The range includes natural Greek-style yoghurt in individual pots and 1 kg tubs, as well as an organic option.
- Carrefour's product listing gives the 1 kg tub of Carrefour Extra natural yoghurt as containing 8.6 g of fat per 100 g.
- Formats and recipes vary, so check the label of the product you choose before relying on any nutritional value.
Danone
Carrefour lists Danone natural Greek-style yoghurt in a pack of four 110 g pots.
- Its product listing gives 7 g of fat per 100 g and states that the milk comes from France.
- These details apply to this natural yoghurt, not to all Danone products.
Auchan
The products featured include natural Greek-style yoghurt in four 150 g pots and a 1 kg tub of natural Greek yoghurt.
- These two formats let you choose between individual portions and a larger amount for a dish to share.
- For its 1 kg tub, Auchan recommends using the yoghurt within four days of opening. Check the instructions for the format you choose, too.
Delta
Carrefour lists Delta 0% natural Greek-style yoghurt in a 1 kg tub.
- The product listing gives this yoghurt as containing 0 g of fat per 100 g.
- If you're using it in a recipe, compare its ingredients with those of the whole-milk or cream-based yoghurt you originally planned to use.
Yaos
Auchan lists Yaos natural Greek-style yoghurt in four 150 g pots.
- The pack contains separate portions ready to serve individually.
- The details for this natural yoghurt shouldn't be assumed to apply to other Yaos formats.
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Frequently asked questions
Can Greek yoghurt contain milk even if the packaging mainly highlights its texture?
Yes, the products featured here contain milk. If a guest needs to avoid it, check the ingredients and allergens on the exact packaging. France's Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds shoppers that allergenic ingredients must be highlighted on prepacked foods.
Do you need to stick to the use-by date on Greek yoghurt?
Yes. France's Ministry of Agriculture states that use-by dates on perishable foods must be followed. Check the date on each pot you buy rather than relying on a product listing you viewed before going shopping.
How should you store Greek yoghurt during your Christmas food shop?
Keep yoghurt chilled and follow the temperature guidance on the packaging. For example, Auchan states that its four 150 g pots of natural Greek-style yoghurt should be stored between 0 °C and +6 °C. For its 1 kg tub of natural Greek yoghurt, it recommends refrigeration between +2 °C and +6 °C and using it within four days of opening.
Does the word ‘Greek’ guarantee the same nutritional values from one tub to another?
No. Carrefour's product listings give Delta 0% as containing 0 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 8.6 g per 100 g for the 1 kg tub of Carrefour Extra natural yoghurt. To find the right recipe for your dish, compare the ingredients and nutritional values of the specific product you buy.