Macronutrient Breakdown
Visual distribution of energy in Greek Yogurt per 100g serving.
Macronutrient Distribution
Greek Yogurt Nutrition Facts
Greek yogurt is known for providing a relatively high amount of protein in a small serving.
The plain Greek yogurt represented here contains about 59 calories and 10g of protein per 100g , while remaining very low in fat. It also provides calcium, potassium, and a small amount of naturally occurring carbohydrate from milk.
The Protein-to-Calorie Profile
One of the most useful things to know about Greek yogurt is how much protein it provides relative to its calorie content.
A 100g serving contains:
59 calories
10g protein
3.6g carbohydrates
0.4g fat
That means protein makes up a substantial part of its macronutrient profile.
If you are comparing foods specifically by protein content, Greek yogurt offers a very different balance from higher-fat dairy foods or carbohydrate-heavy breakfast foods.
Where Do the Carbs and Sugar Come From?
Plain Greek yogurt contains approximately 3.6g of carbohydrates and 3.2g of total sugars per 100g .
Most of this sugar comes naturally from milk rather than from added sweeteners.
That distinction matters because flavored Greek yogurt can have a very different nutrition profile. Added sugar, fruit preparations, syrups, or sweetened toppings can noticeably increase both carbohydrate and calorie content.
When comparing products, check whether the yogurt is plain or flavored rather than assuming all Greek yogurt has the same nutrition values.
Why Greek Yogurt Has More Protein Than Regular Yogurt
Greek yogurt is made by straining yogurt to remove part of the liquid whey.
This process concentrates the remaining yogurt solids, including protein, which is why Greek-style yogurt commonly contains more protein per gram than standard yogurt.
The exact amount still depends on the brand, milk-fat level, and processing method.
Calcium in Greek Yogurt
A 100g serving on NutritionSolver provides approximately 110mg of calcium .
Calcium is an essential mineral that contributes to normal bone and muscle function.
Greek yogurt also provides approximately 141mg of potassium and 36mg of sodium per 100g .
These micronutrient amounts can vary across different yogurt products, so product-specific labels may differ from the reference values shown here.
Does Fat Percentage Matter?
Yes. Greek yogurt is sold in several varieties, including nonfat, reduced-fat, and full-fat versions.
The NutritionSolver values on this page represent a very low-fat Greek yogurt , with approximately 0.4g of fat per 100g.
A full-fat Greek yogurt can contain substantially more fat and calories, even if its protein content is similar.
This is why the exact type of Greek yogurt matters when comparing nutrition facts.
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Nutrition Data Reference
NutritionSolver presents Greek yogurt nutrition information on a per-100g basis so it can be compared consistently with other foods in the database.
The figures are intended as reference values. Actual Greek yogurt nutrition can vary with milk-fat percentage, straining process, added ingredients, and manufacturer.