25 Delicious Recipes That Use Up That Tub of Greek Yogurt

published Aug 10, 2024
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Credit: Kelli Foster

Greek yogurt is more than just a quick breakfast — it’s an incredibly versatile ingredient that can elevate your meals with its creamy texture and tangy flavor. Thicker than regular yogurt, it can be used in a variety of savory and sweet dishes, from creamy Greek yogurt pasta for dinner to Greek yogurt panna cotta for dessert. So if you’re looking for Greek yogurt recipes and ideas, we’ve got you covered with some tasty options.

We’ve got a crunchy broccoli salad tossed in a light and tangy dressing that’s perfect to pack for lunch. Our easy turkey burgers are surprisingly juicy and flavorful (the secret? Greek yogurt!). We also have a one-pot penne with creamy basil-garlic sauce that’s sure to become a weeknight favorite. 

Whether you’re trying to use up that extra tub in your fridge, or simply looking to try something new, here are 25 of our favorite recipes that use Greek yogurt.

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French Onion Dip Chicken Thighs

Rub skin-on chicken thighs in a combination of mayonnaise and onion soup mix for a simple chicken dinner full of crunch and tangy flavor, served on top of a Greek yogurt sauce and caramelized onions.

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Broccoli Salad

Broccoli is a great base for a make-ahead side because it holds up well to dressing without sacrificing crunch. Equal parts Greek yogurt and mayo make for a light and tangy dressing.

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Easy Turkey Burgers

The secret to juicy, flavorful turkey burgers? Greek yogurt! Serve with cucumber salad, oven-baked potato wedges, or creamy cilantro-lime slaw for the ultimate meal.

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The Best (Actually Moist!) Turkey Meatballs

An easy step-by-step guide to making great turkey meatballs in marinara sauce. Serve the meatballs with garlic bread or over creamy polenta.

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Grilled Yogurt Flatbreads with Cucumber-Tomato Salad

A simple, no-rise flatbread dough made with Greek yogurt is grilled until crispy, then topped with creamy hummus and a fresh cucumber-tomato salad.

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Chicken Salad

Grapes shouldn’t work, but they really, really do! Serve this chicken salad on a bed of salad greens or in a flaky croissant.

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One-Pot Penne with Creamy Basil-Garlic Sauce

This creamy one-pot basil garlic pasta with green vegetables and crispy breadcrumbs is a weeknight dinner crowd-pleaser.

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Homemade Chicken Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce

The chicken is roasted and thinly sliced before stuffing it into pita bread along with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.

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Deviled Egg Dip

Turn deviled eggs into an easy, delicious dip with creamy labneh or Greek yogurt.

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Accordion Biscuits

These biscuits, made with Greek yogurt, butter, and heavy cream, are stunningly tall and flaky.

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Easy Chicken Shawarma Salad

This trick using rotisserie chicken delivers the fastest shawarma. Make a quick and easy dressing with Greek yogurt, garlic, nutty tahini, and pickled pepper brine.

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Creamy Whipped Feta Dip

Serve this creamy 5-ingredient app with crackers, crostini, or crudité. It also makes a pretty fantastic impromptu pasta sauce, a sandwich or burger spread, or a dip for french fries.

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Arayes (Lebanese Crispy Meat-Stuffed Pita)

Stuffing a pita with an even layer of spiced beef or lamb before browning it in a pan or grill makes the whole thing crisp and juicy. Served with a sauce made with Greek yogurt, tahini, garlic, lemon, and a sprinkle of lemony sumac on top.

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Creamy Cucumber Salad with Dill

The best cucumber salad is made with crisp slices of cucumber tangled with mellow, sweet red onion and wisps of fresh dill, and blanketed with a tangy, creamy dressing.

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Tandoori Chicken

The key to the best tandoori chicken? Marinate it twice. Serve this flavorful grilled chicken with naan bread or basmati rice.

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Creamy Cilantro-Lime Dressing

It packs in a full bunch of fresh cilantro, a generous squeeze of lime juice, and tangy Greek yogurt for a dressing that’s just the right balance of zippy, sweet, creamy, and cool.

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Persian Eggs

In this satisfying egg dish, the popular Persian dip borani esfenaj acts as the base for poached eggs and Aleppo butter. You’ll want some bread to dip into the egg and scoop it all up for the best bite.

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French Onion Dip Pasta Salad

This bbq side dish utilizes one of our favorite pantry shortcuts: onion soup mix.

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Smashed Egg Toasts with Herby Lemon Yogurt

A quick and easy breakfast toast topped with an herby Greek yogurt and smashed, soft-cooked eggs.

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Tamarind-Yogurt Blender

This easy, tangy blender marinade, which tastes great on lamb chops, is made with tamarind paste, Greek yogurt, garam masala, shallot, and garlic.

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Farro with Caramelized Carrots, Crispy Broccolini, and Herby Yogurt Dressing

This good-for-you grain bowl is quick to whip up, and is packed with nutty farro, veggies, protein, and a simple yogurt dressing.

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Greek Yogurt Panna Cotta

An easy, no-cook recipe for creamy panna cotta made with Greek yogurt.

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Chicken Biryani

This abundant Indian dish is layered with spiced marinated meats and aromatic long grain rice. This recipe uses full-fat Greek yogurt to slowly tenderize the chicken thighs. Serve with creamy raita on the side.

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