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Use Greek yogurt or cottage cheese in a breakfast, dip, savory bake, marinade or dessert. The dairy plays a different role in each recipe, from a cold base to part of a cooked filling. Follow the specified type and preparation rather than assuming these dairy ingredients are interchangeable.
1. Greek Yogurt and Berry Parfait
Greek yogurt and berries are layered into a cold parfait. In a medium bowl, gently stir the plain non-fat Greek yogurt and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
2. Greek Yogurt Cheesecake Bites with Mixed Berries
Small Greek-yogurt cheesecake portions are finished with mixed berries. In a medium bowl, blend softened cream cheese and full-fat Greek yogurt using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and creamy.
3. Cottage Cheese and Spinach Savory Soufflé
Cottage cheese and spinach form a savory soufflé with a lighter, aerated texture. Fold one-third of the beaten egg whites gently into the cottage cheese mixture to lighten it.
4. Creamy Greek Yogurt Spinach Dip with Walnut and Herb Crumble
Greek yogurt and spinach make a dip topped with a walnut-and-herb crumble. Once spinach has cooled, gently fold it into the yogurt mixture until evenly incorporated.
5. Greek Yogurt and Cucumber Tzatziki Dip
Cucumber and Greek yogurt make a cool tzatziki-style dip. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out excess moisture to avoid a watery dip.
6. Creamy Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats with Chia Seeds and Mixed Berries
Oats and chia seeds soak in a Greek-yogurt mixture with berries. In a medium bowl or mason jar, mix rolled oats, chia seeds, and ground cinnamon.
7. Cottage Cheese and Herb Quiche
Cottage cheese and herbs give this quiche its savory filling. Press the pie crust into the prepared dish, trim excess, and crimp edges as desired.
8. Greek Yogurt and Herb Marinated Chicken Souvlaki Skewers
Greek yogurt carries the lemon-and-herb marinade for these chicken skewers. Thread the marinated chicken pieces onto skewers, spacing them slightly for even cooking.
9. Mediterranean Zucchini Pancakes with Tangy Lemon Herb Yogurt Sauce
Zucchini pancakes are served with a lemon-herb yogurt sauce. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to ensure crispy pancakes.
10. Creamy Blueberry and Oatmeal Breakfast Smoothie Bowl
Blueberries and oats make a thick breakfast smoothie bowl. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
Choose what to make
For a cold option, compare the parfait, overnight oats and cucumber dip. The quiche and soufflé use dairy in a cooked filling; the chicken uses yogurt in a marinade. These dairy ingredients have different roles and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Before you start
Read the full ingredient list and method before shopping. Check the specified equipment and any precooking, marinating, chilling or cooling stages; use the individual recipe’s quantities and storage guidance.
