Greek Honey Yogurt

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
7%
Greek Honey Yogurt
45 min.
4
244kcal

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Indulging in Greek Honey Yogurt is akin to treating yourself to a slice of sunshine on a plate. This delightful dish captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors, blending the creamy richness of low-fat vanilla yogurt with the natural sweetness of honey and the comforting crunch of toasted almonds. Whether you're looking to elevate your morning meal, enrich your brunch table, or simply savor a wholesome breakfast, this recipe is your go-to solution.

What sets this Greek Honey Yogurt apart is not just its luscious taste but also its simplicity. With just a handful of accessible ingredients and relatively easy preparation, you can create a dish that feels indulgent yet healthy. The process begins with straining yogurt to achieve a thick, velvety texture that beautifully holds the sweet honey and crunchy almond topping. The preparation time of 45 minutes allows you to have a fresh and tasty dish ready for your family or guests in no time.

This recipe is not only vegetarian but also gluten-free, making it perfect for a variety of dietary needs. Plus, with each serving clocking in at a modest 244 calories, you can enjoy this nutritious treat without any guilt. A sprinkle of fresh mint leaves adds a pop of color and a refreshing note. So, why not bring a little bit of Greek flair into your kitchen and impress your loved ones with a dish that is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate?

Ingredients

  • teaspoons almonds sliced
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • cups vanilla yogurt low-fat

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • plastic wrap
  • colander
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Place a colander in a medium bowl. Line colander with 4 layers of cheesecloth, allowing cheesecloth to extend over outside edges.
  2. Spoon yogurt into colander. Cover loosely with plastic wrap; refrigerate 12 hours.
  3. Place nuts in a dry skillet over medium-high heat. Toast the nuts, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes or until golden.
  4. Spoon 1/2 cup drained yogurt into each of 4 serving dishes, and discard liquid. Top each bowl with 1 tablespoon honey and 1 teaspoon toasted almonds.
  5. Garnish with mint leaves, if desired.
  6. NOTE: Once yogurt is placed in serving dish, if there is any excess liquid, it can be removed by blotting gently with a paper towel.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein15.75%
Fat15.26%
Carbs68.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.57
Glycemic Load
9.14
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
8.7226086096919%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.1mg
Catechin
0.05mg
Epigallocatechin
0.1mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:243.76kcal
12.19%
Fat:4.29g
6.6%
Saturated Fat:1.63g
10.21%
Carbohydrates:43.68g
14.56%
Net Carbohydrates:43.14g
15.69%
Sugar:42.93g
47.7%
Cholesterol:9.19mg
3.06%
Sodium:122.16mg
5.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.97g
19.94%
Calcium:326.24mg
32.62%
Phosphorus:268.15mg
26.82%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.88%
Vitamin B12:0.97µg
16.23%
Selenium:9.34µg
13.34%
Potassium:442.75mg
12.65%
Zinc:1.7mg
11.31%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.47%
Magnesium:40.62mg
10.16%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.07%
Manganese:0.12mg
5.78%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.69%
Folate:22.4µg
5.6%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.66%
Copper:0.07mg
3.64%
Fiber:0.54g
2.17%
Iron:0.37mg
2.03%
Vitamin C:1.58mg
1.91%
Vitamin B3:0.37mg
1.84%
Vitamin A:79.05IU
1.58%
Source:My Recipes