Packed with bone-boosting calcium and gut-healthy probiotics, tangy yogurt is worth putting in your regular rotation. Plain low-fat and Greek varieties will give you the biggest health bump. Try them in these delish dishes today!
38 Recipes to Make with Yogurt
Yogurt-Ricotta Cheesecake
I have always liked Italian cheesecakes made with ricotta cheese. I decided to make my own using ricotta and yogurt for a very creamy treat. It’s delicious topped with fresh strawberries. —Diane Shipley, Mentor, Ohio
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Mango Smoothies
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Treat yourself to this yummy blend of mango, pineapple, banana and honey. The yogurt makes it rich and creamy, but a serving has only 2 grams of fat! —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 237 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 48mg sodium, 56g carbohydrate (47g sugars, 4g fiber), 5g protein.
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Yogurt Pancakes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Get your day off to a great start with these yummy pancakes. Short on time? Make a batch on the weekend! —Cheryll Baber, Homedale, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
2 pancakes: 242 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 432mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Cool Summertime Oatmeal
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Start this breakfast the night before so you can get a few extra z's in the morning. My husband adds coconut to his, and I stir in dried fruit. —June Thomas, Chesterton, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 350 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 53mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 5g fiber), 10g protein.
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Cauliflower Tikka Masala
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m a vegetarian, and it can be challenging to find new recipes. This cauliflower tikka masala is my easy take on the original. —Garima Arora, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/4 cups: 312 calories, 22g fat (3g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 573mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 7g fiber), 8g protein.
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Middle Eastern-Inspired Macaroni Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This creamy, tangy macaroni salad is inspired by the many wonderful flavors of the Middle East. The za’atar seasoning gives it an earthy (and delicious!) taste. —Ruth Hartunian-Alumbaugh, Willimantic, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 361 calories, 25g fat (5g saturated fat), 21mg cholesterol, 329mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
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Lime Coconut Smoothie Bowl
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This ultra refreshing bowl is the best way to start a summer morning! —Madeline Butler, Denver, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 325 calories, 10g fat (7g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 80mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (51g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein.
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Tandoori-Style Chicken with Cucumber Melon Relish
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We all need a quick meal that's deliciously healthy. I marinate the chicken before I leave for work, and when I get home, I grill the chicken and make the relish. My husband loves the spicy flavor. To amp up the heat, add more crushed red pepper flakes. —Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving (calculated without almonds): 247 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 332mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Quinoa, Fresh Fig & Honey-Balsamic Parfaits
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This quinoa yogurt parfait is special to me because of its wholesome ingredients. Quinoa is gluten-free, which is good for those who have food allergies, like my daughter. And I love fresh ripe figs when they are in season. Enjoy this for breakfast or dessert. —Dawn Hutchins, St. Johns, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 parfait: 272 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 117mg sodium, 59g carbohydrate (43g sugars, 4g fiber), 7g protein.
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Strawberry Smoothie
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother gave me this strawberry smoothie recipe, and it tastes fabulous. I fix it for breakfast or sometimes as a bedtime snack. —Linda Barker, Mohawk, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 343 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 9mg cholesterol, 123mg sodium, 73g carbohydrate (57g sugars, 5g fiber), 12g protein.
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Quickpea Curry
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This colorful curry is a nice change of pace for a busy weeknight. I like to substitute fresh peas for frozen when they’re in season. —Beth Fleming, Downers Grove, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 390 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 561mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 13g fiber), 13g protein.
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Grapefruit Yogurt Cake
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We eat grapefruit for breakfast and in winter fruit salads—why not for dessert? Here’s a sweet-tart cake that’s easy, delicious and one of a kind. It’s healthier too! —Maiah Miller, Montclair, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 187 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 159mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Pea Soup Shooters
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Appetizers really don’t get any easier than this. These shooters can be made ahead, they’re colorful, and they won’t weigh you down. Top with a small dollop of yogurt for a little more tang. —Jacyn Siebert, San Francisco, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 30 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 92mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 2g protein.
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Quick Crunchy Apple Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pair crunchy toppings with smooth vanilla in this apple salad with yogurt recipe. You'll love this creative combination! —Kathy Armstrong, Post Falls, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 116 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 13mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 fruit, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Fruit-Filled French Toast Wraps
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s my go-to whenever we have brunch guests. If I have extra berries, I just make a fruit salad for later. —Dawn Jarvis, Breckenridge, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 399 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (29g sugars, 9g fiber), 15g protein.
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Mango Lassi
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Learn how to make mango lassi, the perfect summer drink any mango lover will love. Mango lassi is a sweet and refreshing treat only needs 6 ingredients! —Namrata Telugu, Terre Haute, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups: 226 calories, 1g fat (0 saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 73mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (48g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Falafel Chicken Burgers with Lemon Sauce
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Falafel burgers with lemon yogurt sauce mark the first recipe I created myself. Use leftover mix to make chicken falafel or falafel with veggies or fish. —Nicole Mederos, Hoboken, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1 burger: 435 calories, 22g fat (5g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 1036mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.
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Greek Potato Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The crunchy golden brown topping and tangy yogurt and feta make this recipe a winner. You can loosen the mixture with a few tablespoons of milk if necessary. —Cheryl Woodson, Liberty, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup equals 250 calories, 13 g fat (9 g saturated fat), 29 mg cholesterol, 752 mg sodium, 24 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 9 g protein.
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Frozen Yogurt
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2-1/2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
It's so simple and easy to make your own frozen Greek yogurt, you might even want to get the kids in on the fun. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 225 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 57mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein.
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Garlic Cucumber Dip
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
Creamy and full of fresh flavor, this classic Greek cucumber dip is a great appetizer served with pita bread, crackers or vegetables. This dip is also a must-have accompaniment to marinated lamb chunks cooked on a skewer. —Lisa Stavropoulos, Stouffville, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1/4 cup: 111 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.
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Lemon Pound Cake
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Citrus trees grow abundantly in California, and I'm always looking for new recipes which use the fruit from the orange and lemon trees in my yard. This lemon pound cake is one of my favorites! My mother passed this recipe down to me. —Richard Killeaney, Spring Valley, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 500 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 333mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Cranberry Orange Muffins
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These nice, light muffins, studded with cranberries, have a splash of orange flavor. They're so simple to fix, my husband and I each enjoy one for breakfast almost every morning. —Sara Eichenlaub, Burlington, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 153 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 18mg cholesterol, 175mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Indian Spiced Chickpea Wraps
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Raita, an Indian condiment made with yogurt, elevates this vegetarian dish to a satisfying gourmet wrap. If you're in the mood to experiment, try diced mango or cucumber for the pineapple and add fresh herbs like cilantro or mint. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 wrap: 321 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 734mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 10g fiber), 13g protein.
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Island Mango Slaw
Total Time
25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The cooling effect of tropical fruit and Greek yogurt meets jalapeno spice in this snappy mango slaw. To ensure ripeness, you may want to buy your mango a day or two ahead. —Jenn Hall, Collingswood, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 66 calories, 1g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 188mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
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Layered Mediterranean Dip with Pita Chips
Total Time
25 min
Servings
5 cups (120 chips)
From the Recipe Creator:
Not your ordinary layer dip, the bold combination of hummus and Greek yogurt will be a new most-requested recipe at your next baby shower or gathering. —Elizabeth Dumont, Boulder, Colorado
Nutrition Facts:
0.250 cup dip with 6 chips: 178 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 478mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein.
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Pumpkin Pecan Frozen Yogurt
Total Time
10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I always keep fat-free frozen yogurt on hand. By combining it with just four other ingredients, I can quickly whip up this great-tasting treat.—Anne Smithson, Cary, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 161 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 69mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Mughali Chicken
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy cooking for my family and try to incorporate healthy new foods into our menus. This authentic Indian dish is a favorite. —Aruna Kancharla, Bentonville, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 367 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 93mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 27g protein.
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Vanilla Yogurt Ambrosia
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple fruit salad is so yummy. I have served it many times, and it’s always one of the first dishes to go. Fat-free vanilla yogurt also works well as the dressing. —Sherry Hulsman of Louisville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 234 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 56mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 fruit, 1 fat.
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Yogurt Cornbread
Total Time
30 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband doesn’t like traditional Texas cornbread, so I came up with this recipe. This is the only kind he’ll eat. Yogurt makes this variation different from most. —Amanda Andrews of Mansfield, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 157 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 349mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Yogurt Berry Parfaits
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade granola layered with fresh fruit and yogurt makes a superb breakfast. Sometimes I skip the parfait step to enjoy the granola on hikes or picnics. —Donna Speirs, Kennebunk, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
1 parfait: 590 calories, 27g fat (11g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 294mg sodium, 81g carbohydrate (55g sugars, 9g fiber), 10g protein.
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Curried Chicken Meatball Wraps
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My strategy to get picky kids to eat healthy: Letting everyone assemble their dinner at the table. We love these easy meatball wraps, topped with crunchy veggies and peanuts, sweet raisins, and a creamy dollop of yogurt. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 appetizer: 72 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 89mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
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Apricot Fluff
Total Time
10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we were young mothers, I asked my best friend if she had a recipe for an easy ambrosia salad that I could take to a cookout later that evening. She shared this recipe with me and it’s become a must-have at every barbecue I attend. It’s sublime with peaches and peach gelatin, too. —Melissa Meinke, Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 225 calories, 3g fat (3g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 57mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.
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Strawberry Lemon Trifle
Total Time
20 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This refreshingly fruity dessert is one of our favorites. It looks so beautiful layered in a glass bowl that people will think it took ages to make. The secret is starting with a purchased angel food cake. —Lynn Marie Frucci, Pullman, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 108 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 2mg cholesterol, 279mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch.
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Peach Crisp Parfait Pops
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My little ones love fruit crisps and ice pops. I created a healthy and delicious treat that combines the two. For a sweet addition, use cinnamon sticks in place of the wooden pop sticks. —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 pop: 167 calories, 3g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 40mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 5g fiber), 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat-free milk.
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Mediterranean Kofta Meatballs
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a new take on meatballs, try this quick kofta recipe to make flavorful Mediterranean meatballs full of spices and herbs. Shape meat mixture around soaked wooden skewers and grill them for a more authentic twist. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
4 meatballs with 1/4 cup yogurt and 1/2 tomato: 339 calories, 24g fat (10g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Tangy Rhubarb Fool
Total Time
30 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this recipe because I love mousse, and because it’s an easy way to enjoy rhubarb in a dessert that’s light and refreshing.—Alan Mortensen, Dwight, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 416 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 91mg cholesterol, 141mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (40g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Baby Kale Salad with Avocado-Lime Dressing
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings (3/4 cup dressing)
From the Recipe Creator:
We pull a bunch of ingredients from our garden when we make this baby kale salad with zucchini and sweet onion. The yogurt dressing layers on big lime flavor. —Suzanna Esther, State College, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1-1/2 cups salad with 3 tablespoons dressing: 74 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 1mg cholesterol, 197mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
