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Replace any sauce with Greek yogurt to be healthier!

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nadellii

nadellii

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Greek yogurt is so healthy and packed with protein!! I like to replace it in any recipe that uses mayo or sour cream. I use it in tuna salad, potato salad and chicken salad especially. :) Do you have any other recipes where I can sneak in some Greek yogurt?
 
Greek yogurt can be used for many variations of sauces and dips, here are a few to try:

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Recipe for Greek Style Yogurt Lemon Dill Sauce

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Yiourti Lemoni Kai Anitho, also known as Greek yogurt, lemon, and dill sauce.
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Cretan Spicy Yogurt Salad Recipe

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for spicy yogurt salad from the Greek island of Crete.
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Recipe for Greek Yogurt and Almond Sauce With Coriander

Learn how to make and prepare the recipe for Greek yogurt and almond sauce with coriander.
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nadellii said:
Greek yogurt is so healthy and packed with protein!! I like to replace it in any recipe that uses mayo or sour cream. I use it in tuna salad, potato salad and chicken salad especially. :) Do you have any other recipes where I can sneak in some Greek yogurt?
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I love Greek yogurt! My favorite is to either make tzatziki, or drizzle honey over it and sprinkle it with walnuts. Also, I love the different flavors like coconut, with real coconut pieces!
 
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