Who are these formats for?

Anyone serving breakfast to guests

If you’re serving several people, you can choose between individual pots and a 1 kg tub to share. Think about how many portions you’ll need, as well as how much might be left over after the meal.

Fans of creamy, plain yoghurt

The plain yoghurt options featured from Carrefour and Auchan contain milk and cream, but their fat content differs. Compare the ingredients list and nutritional values per 100 g to see how the recipes stack up.

Anyone who pays attention to origin and labelling

A Greek-style product made in France and Greek yoghurt made in Greece don’t have the same country of origin. Check the country of manufacture, ingredients and whether the product contains milk on each pack.

What should you look for before choosing?

Start with the format that works for your meal, then compare the recipes and packaging information for the products you’re considering.

What to consider What to check Who is it for?
Format and leftovers Total weight, number of pots and the recommended time to use after opening. If several people will be sharing, I want a suitable amount without leaving a large tub open for too long. Around 31% of consumers put choosing the right format first.
Plain recipe Ingredients and fat per 100 g. For a plain breakfast, I prioritise the recipe and texture I’m looking for over the size of the container. This is the top consideration for around 31% of consumers.
Nutritional values Fat and protein per 100 g, then the amount served. Before choosing between two recipes, I want to compare their values on the same basis. This is the main consideration for around 23% of consumers.
Origin and labelling Country of manufacture, origin of the milk if stated, and ingredients list. If origin matters to me, the word “Greek” alone isn’t enough: I check the packaging of the exact product. Around 15% of consumers prioritise this check.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Assuming “Greek-style” means made in Greece

    The Carrefour and Auchan product listings feature options made in France, while Auchan’s 1 kg Greek yoghurt is made in Greece. Their recipes and nutritional values are not the same.

    Check the country of manufacture, product name, ingredients and nutritional information on the pot you choose.

  • Choosing a large tub without planning for leftovers

    A sharing-size tub may still be open after breakfast. The listing for Auchan’s 1 kg Greek yoghurt recommends using it within 4 days of opening.

    Estimate how much you’ll serve and follow the after-opening guidance on your pack.

  • Overlooking storage instructions and the use-by date

    France’s Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control reminds consumers to respect use-by dates. Product safety also depends on how it is stored.

    Follow the temperature instructions on the pack, respect the use-by date where one is shown, and follow the guidance for use after opening.

  • Assuming all Greek yoghurts have the same nutritional values

    According to Auchan’s product listings, its 1 kg pot of plain Greek yoghurt contains 7 g of protein and 10 g of fat per 100 g. Its 4 × 150 g plain Greek-style yoghurt contains 2.9 g and 8.2 g respectively per 100 g.

    Compare the same values per 100 g for the exact products, then factor in how much you plan to serve.

Brands to consider

Carrefour Extra

Carrefour Extra’s 4 × 150 g pack of plain Greek-style yoghurt makes it easy to serve individual portions.

  • Carrefour’s product listing specifies whole milk, cream and cultures, with 8.5 g of fat per 100 g.
  • This information applies to this product only. Check the pack if you choose a different Carrefour Extra product.

Danone

Danone’s 4 × 110 g pack of plain Greek-style yoghurt comes in smaller individual pots than the 150 g options featured here.

  • Carrefour’s listing for this product specifies skimmed milk, cream and live cultures, with 7 g of fat per 100 g.
  • The product description calls it a recipe “inspired by Greece”. If where it’s made matters to you, check the packaging.

Auchan

Auchan’s listings include a 4 × 150 g pack of plain Greek-style yoghurt and a 1 kg pot of plain Greek yoghurt.

  • The 4 × 150 g pack is listed as made in France; the 1 kg pot is listed as made in Greece.
  • The 1 kg pot comes with instructions to use it within 4 days of opening. Check the nutritional values and storage guidance for the format you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Greek-style yoghurt always made in Greece?

No. Carrefour Extra and Auchan list Greek-style products made in France, while Auchan’s 1 kg Greek yoghurt is made in Greece. Check the country of manufacture on the packaging of the product you choose.

How long can you keep a large tub after opening?

Follow the guidance on the exact pot. Auchan’s listing for its 1 kg plain Greek yoghurt recommends using it within 4 days of opening and storing it between +2 °C and +6 °C. Don’t assume the same guidance applies to all yoghurts.

Can you eat yoghurt after its use-by date?

If the yoghurt has a use-by date, follow it. France’s Directorate-General for Competition Policy, Consumer Affairs and Fraud Control states that this date must be respected, along with the storage instructions.

Which allergen should you check before serving these products?

Check each pack for milk. The ingredients listed for the Carrefour Extra, Danone and Auchan products featured here include milk or cream. Always check the label of the product you’re serving.