Ever wondered what to do with that plain Greek yogurt you have on hand? Here are some easy and healthy recipes using plain yogurt – some of which you’ve probably never seen before. A few are perfect for breakfast, others work well as appetizers, or even dinner. These simple yogurt-based recipes are ideal for both homemakers and busy millennials alike.
YOGURT IN EUROPE
In the early 1900s, yogurt went from a traditional fermented food in the Balkans to a scientifically studied product. In 1905, Bulgarian microbiologist Stamen Grigorov identified the bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus) responsible for fermenting milk into yogurt – a discovery that helped yogurt move from home kitchens into broader scientific and commercial interest in Europe.
During the first half of the 20th century yogurt became more widely known in Western Europe as industrial production expanded. It was initially marketed as a healthful food (linked to digestive benefits) in countries like France and gradually entered everyday diets. Today, yogurt is a common breakfast and snack food across Europe, found in supermarkets from Greece and Spain to Germany and Scandinavia, and is used both culinarily and as a health-oriented food.
RECIPES WITH YOGURT
Mediterranean Spinach and Feta Quiche
This Mediterranean-style quiche combines spinach, feta, eggs, and Greek yogurt for a light yet creamy filling baked in a simple olive-oil crust. The Greek yogurt adds tang and richness while keeping the dish wholesome and balanced. Easy to prepare and full of fresh flavor, it works beautifully for brunch, lunch, or a quick dinner.
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Quick Round Yogurt Flatbread (Pan Grilled)
Easy homemade round flatbread with Greek Yogurt/Skyr Yogurt (Pain Plat au yaourt, recette express) . This delicious pan grilled mini bread is super quick, easy and so so good! It can be made with Skyr Yogurt too.
GET THE RECIPE: Quick Round Yogurt Flatbread (Pan Grilled)
Greek Tahini Yogurt Sauce
Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough – a simple, fuss-free recipe made with plain Greek (or Bulgarian) yogurt, flour, yeast, some water, and an egg. This easy dough is perfect for homemade pizza or even for making fried bread, like the traditional Bulgarian Mekitsa.
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Easy Greek Beet & Yogurt Salad (Pantzarosalata)
Delicious Greek Salad with roasted (boiled or pickled) beets, plain Yogurt, olive oil and fresh lemon. Easily prepared in advance, or quickly before dinner, this recipe is a crowd pleaser. Vegetarian.
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Creamy Feta Dip with Yogurt and Roasted peppers (Katuk)
Creamy Feta cheese dip with Greek Yogurt ( Skyr Yogurt or labneh), roasted red bell peppers and olive oil. Enriched with walnuts and parley, this easy Feta Spread (called ‘Katuk‘) recipe is perfect for parties, group gatherings, potlucks and holidays.
GET THE RECIPE: Creamy Feta Dip with Yogurt and Roasted peppers (Katuk)
Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough
Greek Yogurt Pizza Dough – a simple, fuss-free recipe made with plain Greek (or Bulgarian) yogurt, flour, yeast, some water, and an egg. This easy dough is perfect for homemade pizza or even for making fried bread.
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Bulgarian cheese pie
Best Banitsa recipe, also known as Bulgarian Cheese pie. Banitsa with fillo (phyllo) dough, white cheese and Greek yogurt is traditionally served as breakfast all year round. Vegetarian, fluffy and moist, this recipe is a keeper.
GET THE RECIPE: Bulgarian Cheese Pie
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What I needed, will be trying some these recipes with the next batch of homemade yogurt.