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How much protein is in Greek yogurt?

One pot of Greek yogurt (170 g) has about 17 g of protein. Per 100 g, that is 10 g.

Greek yogurt is strained, so it has roughly twice the protein of regular yogurt. Plain versions have the least sugar.

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Greek yogurt

17 gprotein per pot

Protein in Greek yogurt by portion

PortionProtein
pot (170 g)17 g
cup (245 g)25 g
100 g10 g

Typical values. Brands and recipes vary, so check the label when you have one.

How Greek yogurt compares

Greek yogurt ranks #36 of 44 common high-protein foods by protein per 100 g. Here it is next to similar foods:

How much Greek yogurt to hit your target

300 gof Greek yogurt gives you 30 g of protein, a typical meal
13%of a 126 g daily target in one pot of Greek yogurt
8%of a 126 g daily target in 100 g

126 g is the target for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult who wants to build muscle. Your number depends on your weight and goal: calculate your daily protein.

Questions about protein in Greek yogurt

How much protein is in one pot of Greek yogurt?

One pot of Greek yogurt (170 g) has about 17 g of protein. Per 100 g, Greek yogurt has 10 g.

Is Greek yogurt high in protein?

It is a good source. Greek yogurt has 10 g of protein per 100 g, which ranks #36 of the 44 foods in our list. It works well alongside a richer protein source.

How much Greek yogurt do I need for 30 g of protein?

About 300 g, or about 2 pots, gives you 30 g of protein, a typical amount for one meal.

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