Mexican crema or plain yogurt: Which has fewer calories?

Q: Mexican crema or plain yogurt: Which has fewer calories?

plain yogurt: 51 vs 198 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). To drizzle over tacos, soups and potatoes, plain yogurt brings crema’s creamy tang with far less fat — plus live probiotics. In hot dishes, add it at the end.

fewer calories−147 kcal/100g

Swap Mexican crema
for plain yogurt

To drizzle over tacos, soups and potatoes, plain yogurt brings crema’s creamy tang with far less fat — plus live probiotics. In hot dishes, add it at the end.

Side by side (per 100 g)

Both options’ macros with TACO/USDA sourcing. The difference is shown neutrally — the real win is in the badge above.

01Mexican crema198 kcal/100g

02plain yogurt51 kcal/100g

per 100 g	Mexican crema	plain yogurt	difference
Calories●	198	51	−147
Protein	2.4g	4.1g	+1.7g
Carbs	4.6g	1.9g	−2.7g
Fiber	0g	0g	=
Sugar	3.4g	1.9g	−1.5g
Fat	19.4g	3g	−16.4g

source: TACO/USDA · TACO

What changes in flavor and texture

Mexican cremaplain yogurt

Flavor

Sweetness

Saltiness

Acidity

Umami

Richness

Texture

Creaminess

See the ingredient: Mexican crema See the ingredient: plain yogurt

FoodClone is a cooking and wellness app. It is not a medical device and does not replace professional care. For questions about your health, consult a doctor or nutritionist.