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Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce

Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce is a creamy, tangy sauce or dip commonly used in Mediterranean and modern home cooking as a lighter alternative to heavier cheese sauces. It pairs well with vegetables, grain bowls, sandwiches and as a dip for chips or crudités. Made from strained yogurt often combined with melted or grated cheese, it’s known for a thick texture and bright flavor. Nutritionally, Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce is notable as a protein-rich option, providing about 10g of protein per 100g, and it also contributes calcium and B‑vitamins from the dairy ingredients. The combination of protein and creamy texture makes it filling and useful for increasing the protein content of meals. From a health perspective, this yogurt-based cheese sauce offers a high-quality protein profile and good satiety, but it can contain some saturated fat and added salt depending on the recipe, so choosing lower-fat yogurt or reducing added cheese/salt will make it leaner while keeping the same creamy character.

Vegetarian · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.70€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C+

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

120 kcal

6% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

10 g

20% RDI

Fat

7 g

4g sat fat

Carbs

4 g

1% RDI

Sugar

3 g

6% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0.8 g

16% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C+ · 6.2 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce healthy?

Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce is rated moderate (Health Grade C+) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce?

Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce gluten free?

Yes, Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce?

100g of Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce contains 120 kcal, 10g protein, 4g carbohydrates, 7g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce vegetarian?

Yes, Greek Yogurt Cheese Sauce is vegetarian but not vegan.

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