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Greek yogurt with strawberries, pecans, and granola
Nancy McCarthy

Greek Yogurt: 6 Delicious Benefits & Ways to Use It Daily

A creamy, protein-packed Greek yogurt breakfast bowl topped with fresh fruit, crunchy nuts, and seeds. Perfect for a quick morning boost or a wholesome snack — easily customizable and great for plant-based diets too.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base:
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt full-fat, low-fat, or vegan Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup optional
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Topping Ideas:
  • Fresh fruit: sliced strawberries blueberries, or banana
  • Crunch: pecans walnuts, or granola
  • Seeds: chia seeds flaxseeds, or hemp hearts
  • Spices: cinnamon cardamom, or nutmeg
  • Flavor boosts: vanilla extract or a swirl of vanilla Greek yogurt
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Optional Mix-Ins:
  • ¼ cup cooked high-protein overnight oats
  • 2 tbsp prepared matcha chia seed pudding
  • A few spoonfuls of light and fit Greek yogurt for a low-calorie option

Method
 

  1. 1. Spoon 1 cup of your favorite variety into a serving bowl.
  2. 2. Stir in 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup if desired. Taste and adjust.
  3. 3. Wash and slice fresh fruits. Chop nuts and prep granola and seeds.
  4. 4. Layer toppings over the yogurt base. Add optional mix-ins if using.
  5. 5. Finish with a sprinkle of spice or another drizzle of honey or maple.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 17gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7g

Notes

Let yogurt sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes for creamier texture.
Use dairy-free options to make it vegan.
Great as a savory dip or smoothie base too.
Check yogurt labels for live cultures and minimal added sugars.

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