mayonnaise or full-fat greek yogurt: Which has fewer calories?

Q: mayonnaise or full-fat greek yogurt: Which has fewer calories?

full-fat greek yogurt: 97 vs 680 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). In salads, dressings and sandwiches it cuts almost all of mayo’s fat. The taste turns tangier and lighter — season with mustard, garlic or lemon to round it out.

fewer calories−583 kcal/100g

Swap mayonnaise
for full-fat greek yogurt

In salads, dressings and sandwiches it cuts almost all of mayo’s fat. The taste turns tangier and lighter — season with mustard, garlic or lemon to round it out.

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.

01mayonnaise680 kcal/100g

02full-fat greek yogurt97 kcal/100g

per 100 g	mayonnaise	full-fat greek yogurt	difference
Calories●	680	97	−583
Protein	1g	9g	+8g
Carbs	0.6g	4g	+3.4g
Fiber	0g	0g	=
Sugar	0.6g	4g	+3.4g
Fat	74.9g	5g	−69.9g

source: TACO/USDA

What changes in flavor and texture

mayonnaisefull-fat greek yogurt

Flavor

Sweetness

Saltiness

Acidity

Umami

Richness

Texture

Creaminess

See the ingredient: mayonnaise See the ingredient: full-fat greek yogurt

Where to make this swap

Classics that use the original ingredient — clone any one and make the swap in your version.

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