People looking for organic and lactose-free products
You’ll need to check the organic certification and the lactose information separately. Organic Greek-style yoghurt may contain milk: its certification alone doesn’t meet your second requirement.
Who is this option for?
People who prefer a dairy-free Greek-style texture
You may be considering a Greek-style plant-based alternative. Check its name and recipe to distinguish it from dairy yoghurt; also compare the listed allergens and nutritional values for each product.
People who prefer lactose-free dairy yoghurt
You’d like to stick with a milk-based recipe. Look for a ‘lactose-free’ claim or a stated lactose content, then check the organic certification and Greek-style description separately if these matter to you too.
Which criteria should you check first?
Your choice depends first on the type of product you want to buy: organic Greek-style dairy yoghurt, lactose-free dairy yoghurt and a Greek-style plant-based alternative may not meet the same criteria.
Organic Greek-style dairy yoghurt
Consider this: if you’re primarily looking for certified organic Greek-style dairy yoghurt.
Keep in mind: organic doesn’t mean lactose-free; the Carrefour Bio product description, for example, lists milk as an ingredient.
Lactose-free dairy yoghurt
Consider this: if you want a milk-based recipe with an explicit lactose claim.
Keep in mind: this claim doesn’t mean the product is organic or Greek-style; Auchan’s product description for MALO yoghurt states that it contains less than 0.1% lactose.
Greek-style plant-based alternative
Consider this: if you’re happy with a plant-based recipe and want a Greek-style product rather than dairy yoghurt.
Keep in mind: check the lactose information and organic certification for the specific product you choose; its ingredients may differ from those of milk-based yoghurt.
| Criterion | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic and lactose-free | For the same product, look for organic certification and a ‘lactose-free’ claim or a stated lactose content. | If these two requirements matter more than the format or recipe, you’ll need to confirm both before choosing. Around 50% of consumers make this double-check a priority. |
| Greek-style texture without dairy | Check the plant-based ingredients, product name and listed allergens; compare the protein and fat content per 100 g. | If you want a Greek-style texture without choosing a dairy product, the recipe itself matters more than the name alone. This is a priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Recipe and nutritional values | Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, the ingredients list and the storage instructions. | Once you’ve met your essential criteria, you can compare plain varieties by their ingredients and choose a pack size that suits your shopping needs. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this comparison. |
Common mix-ups to avoid
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Assuming organic, plain and lactose-free mean the same thing
Carrefour Bio Greek-style yoghurt contains milk and milk powder, among other ingredients. Its organic certification, just like the word ‘plain’, doesn’t prove that it meets a lactose-free requirement.
Look for both the required claims on the product you plan to buy instead of assuming one means the other.
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Assuming a plant-based alternative is the same as dairy yoghurt
A Greek-style presentation doesn’t tell you what a product is made from. For example, the Andros plant-based alternative listed by Auchan contains 0.9 g of protein per 100 g. Check each product’s nutritional values before comparing them.
Read the product name, ingredients and listed allergens, then compare protein, sugars and fat per 100 g.
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Choosing a pack size without planning for storage
A pack that’s suitable for several breakfasts should also fit in with how you store food after your shop.
Check the date and storage instructions on the packaging of the product you choose.
Brands and ranges to know
Danone
Carrefour’s product description for Danone plain Greek-style yoghurt says it is made with dairy.
- The ingredients list includes milk and cream.
- If you’re looking for an organic, lactose-free product, check both claims on the specific product rather than relying on the ‘Greek-style’ description.
Yoplait
The Yoplait product listed by Carrefour is a stirred, lactose-free yoghurt, not one described as Greek-style.
- It’s an example of a milk-based recipe with a ‘lactose-free’ claim.
- If organic certification and a Greek-style presentation are essential, check for both separately on the product available at your store.
Carrefour Bio
Carrefour Bio Greek-style yoghurt is an option if you’re looking for an organic dairy recipe.
- Its product description lists AB certification and dairy ingredients.
- This certification doesn’t confirm that the yoghurt is lactose-free.
Bio Village (E.Leclerc)
E.Leclerc’s Bio Village range includes organic plain Greek-style yoghurt.
- The range information makes it easy to find a Greek-style product described as organic.
- If you also need to avoid lactose, check the detailed product description and packaging for that same product.
Auchan
Auchan lists both organic Greek-style yoghurts and Greek-style plant-based alternatives.
- These categories let you look at dairy and plant-based recipes separately.
- The fact that products are available in both categories doesn’t prove that any one product is both organic and lactose-free.
Eridanous (Lidl)
Lidl describes Eridanous Greek-style yoghurt as a traditional dairy speciality.
- This description helps distinguish it from Greek-style plant-based alternatives.
- To meet organic and lactose-free requirements too, check the packaging and local availability before you buy.
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Frequently asked questions
Is organic Greek-style yoghurt automatically lactose-free?
No. According to the DGCCRF, organic certification relates to the rules for organic production; it doesn’t tell you how much lactose a product contains. Carrefour Bio Greek-style yoghurt contains milk, among other ingredients, so check the lactose information separately on the product you choose.
Can lactose-free yoghurt still contain milk?
Yes. Dairy yoghurt can be labelled ‘lactose-free’ and still be made with milk. For example, Auchan’s product description for MALO yoghurt states that it contains less than 0.1% lactose. Check the ingredients list and stated lactose content on the product you buy.
Is a Greek-style plant-based alternative always organic?
No. Being plant-based and Greek-style doesn’t mean a product is certified organic. If this matters to you, look for organic certification on the packaging of the product you choose.
What should you read on the label before choosing?
Start with the product name and ingredients, then check the listed allergens and nutritional information. For this particular choice, also check the organic certification and lactose information on the same product.
How should you store a Greek-style product after shopping?
Follow the storage temperature and date shown on the packaging of the product you’ve bought. Instructions can vary between products, so don’t rely on those for another yoghurt or plant-based alternative.