0% Greek Yoghurt, Greek-Style Yoghurt or Skyr?

Who is this choice for?

Anyone keeping an eye on fat

If you’re looking for a natural yoghurt to serve with herbs, cucumber, eggs or toast, check the stated fat content rather than relying on the words “Greek-style”.

Anyone comparing protein and texture

If you want a thick base for a savoury dish and are comparing protein per 100 g, the Delta and FAGE listings from Auchan let you compare the stated figures. The word “Greek” alone doesn’t tell you what texture to expect from each pot.

Anyone open to trying skyr

If you’re looking for a natural product labelled 0% fat and don’t need it to be called Greek yoghurt, skyr could be worth considering. It’s a separate category, so check its own label.

What should you look for in a savoury breakfast yoghurt?

To choose between 0% Greek yoghurt, Greek-style yoghurt and skyr, start with the fat content and product description. Then check that the recipe and pack size suit the savoury dish you have in mind.

What to check	Look for	Who it matters to
Fat	Compare the fat content per 100 g and the product description. Don’t assume that “Greek-style” or “organic” means a particular fat content.	If I’m looking for a 0% product for a savoury dish, I want to confirm it in the nutrition table rather than relying on the product name alone. Around 36% of consumers would make this their priority.
Natural recipe	Check for the word “natural”, the ingredients list and sugars per 100 g before adding savoury ingredients.	If I’m serving it with herbs or cucumber, I’d rather start with a natural recipe than a flavoured yoghurt. This would be the main consideration for around 29% of consumers.
Protein and product type	Check the protein per 100 g and distinguish between strained Greek yoghurt, Greek-style yoghurt and skyr.	If texture and protein matter to me, I compare the products without assuming that skyr and Greek yoghurt are the same. Around 21% of consumers would put this first.
Pack size and storage	Match the net weight to the portions you plan to serve. Check the storage temperature, use-by date and instructions for after opening.	A large pot only works for me if I can use it in line with the instructions on the packaging. Pack size and storage would be priorities for around 14% of consumers.

Mistakes to avoid

Confusing Greek yoghurt, Greek-style yoghurt and skyr

These descriptions don’t necessarily mean the same type of product or the same fat content. Carrefour Bio’s Greek-style yoghurt contains 9.1 g of fat per 100 g, while the Delta and FAGE 0% products listed by Auchan contain 0 g.

Check the product description and compare the nutritional values per 100 g before you choose.
Assuming organic means 0% fat

The Carrefour Bio Greek-style yoghurt mentioned here contains cream and has 9.1 g of fat per 100 g. So, when it comes to fat content, the word “organic” is no substitute for checking the nutrition table.

Check the organic label and the “fat” line separately.
Choosing a large pot without planning how you’ll use it

A 950 g or 1 kg pot means thinking about your planned portions and how to store it after opening.

Before buying, check the storage temperature, use-by date and instructions for after opening, then choose a pack size that suits how you’ll use it.
Looking only at the 0% label

Two products labelled 0% can have different stated protein and sugar values, as well as different pack sizes and ingredients.

Compare the nutritional information on the same basis, per 100 g, then check the ingredients and net weight of the pot you choose.

Brands to compare

Delta

Auchan lists Delta natural strained Greek yoghurt with 0% fat, including 2 × 150 g and 1 kg packs.

For the 2 × 150 g pack, the product listing states, per 100 g: 0 g fat, 9.6 g protein, 3.8 g sugars and 0.12 g salt. The ingredients include skimmed milk and cultures.
Compare the pack size and the details for the specific product you choose.

FAGE

The Auchan listing describes FAGE Total 0% in a 950 g pot as strained yoghurt made to a Greek recipe.

It states, per 100 g: 0 g fat, 10.3 g protein and 3 g sugars. The ingredients include skimmed milk and cultures.
The words “Greek recipe” don’t tell you what’s in other products with similar descriptions.

Carrefour

Carrefour lets you compare its own Greek-style recipe with products labelled 0% in its low-fat yoghurt range.

The Carrefour Bio Greek-style yoghurt listing states 9.1 g of fat per 100 g. Its ingredients include milk, cream and skimmed milk powder.
This information applies to this Carrefour Bio product, not to all Greek-style yoghurts or products in the range.

Danone

Carrefour’s range includes Danone natural skyr, including products labelled 0% fat.

These products are worth comparing if you’re happy to choose skyr instead of Greek yoghurt.
Check the ingredients, nutritional values and pack size of the product you choose; its place in the range doesn’t tell you these details.

Yoplait

Carrefour’s range includes Yoplait Skyr 0% MG and Yoplait Skyr Protéiné 0% MG.

These skyrs are worth considering as a separate product category if Greek yoghurt isn’t essential.
The word “Protéiné” doesn’t replace checking the protein per 100 g on the label of the product you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Greek-style yoghurt always 0% fat?

No. Carrefour Bio’s Greek-style yoghurt listing states 9.1 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 0 g for the Delta and FAGE 0% products listed by Auchan. For any other product, check the “fat” line per 100 g rather than relying on its description.

Can I use 0% skyr instead of Greek yoghurt in a savoury dish?

Yes, if you’re happy to switch product category and the skyr you choose suits your recipe. Compare its product description, ingredients, sugars and protein per 100 g; the 0% label doesn’t make the two products the same.

What should I check on the label if I have a milk allergy?

Before choosing, read the ingredients list and check how allergens are highlighted on each pack. The Delta and FAGE products mentioned contain milk. The DGCCRF says allergens must be emphasised on the labels of prepacked foods.

How should I store 0% Greek yoghurt after buying it?

Follow the storage temperature, use-by date and instructions for after opening given for the pot you buy. Auchan’s listings state 2 to 6 °C for Delta and a maximum temperature of 7 °C for FAGE. The DGCCRF reminds consumers not to eat food after its use-by date.