How to use Greek yogurt to cut fat in recipes

Plus, breakfast for dinner may become a weekly tradition with this simple, but delicious, frittata recipe.

October 17, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER October 17, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER What's for breakfast? Greek yogurt is a favorite among doctors and for good reason. The superfood can promote weight loss and improve bone, gut and heart health. And with it's creamy texture and low calorie count, it's a great way to lower the fat and calories in your favorite recipes, too. Find out how to use Greek yogurt to replace butter, mayo, heavy cream and more. Plus, if you're still going strong in our 5K challenge you may find yourself hobbling around a bit. After all, your lower body is really working over time! Your trainer Stephanie Mansour put together a lower-body stretch routine to help soothe sore muscles and get you back out there training. Can you believe we're half way to November? Steph is gearing up to launch next month's workout challenge and needs help from Start TODAY members! If you are from the tri-state area and interested in joining her LIVE on the show on October 30, fill out the form here! Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan A frittata works for any meal, but we like it for a low-maintenance dinner. This one uses frozen vegetables to keep things especially low-key. With a filling, tasty meal on the table this quick, breakfast for dinner may just become a weekly tradition. Have it with a piece of whole-grain avocado toast on the side.   Breakfast: Power Protein Smoothie Lunch: Edamame-Tuna Salad Dinner: Garden Frittata with Avocado Toast GET THE MEAL PLAN Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Kristin Sudeikis shares easy moving meditation you can do at home Forward_Space creator and CEO Kristin Sudeikis, the younger sister of actor Jason Sudeikis, stops by Studio 1A for a moving meditation and fun dance cardio workout you can do right at home. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Greek yogurt is good for your bones, heart and gut. How to use it to cut fat in recipes Greek yogurt is a thick and creamy wholesome snack with tons of protein and calcium. Not to mention that it contains live active cultures that are good for the gut.   Due to its high calcium and B vitamin content, Greek yogurt has been linked to bone and cardiovascular health. In fact, the important nutrients it contains and the health benefits it boasts earns it a spot on the top superfoods list.   Did you know that you can also use it to cut fat in your favorite recipes? Greek yogurt is naturally low in fat and calories and high in protein. And with its thick and smooth consistency, it's a natural swap for several higher-fat ingredients in recipes.   Get the ratios for subbing Greek yogurt for butter, mayo and heavy cream. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News Suzanne Somers' family reveals her cause of death: What to know about her health Actor Suzanne Somers has died at the age of 76 following a battle with breast cancer for more than two decades. Here's what we know about her health history. Sheet-pan gnocchi squash and fennel is the easiest fall dinner For an easy fall dinner, make sheet-pan gnocchi with butternut squash, fennel and red onions. This dinner comes together in 30 minutes. I walk at least 3 miles a day, but my feet stay pain-free in these bestselling flats The affordable shoes are so comfortable, I'll be wearing them for life. Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you again tomorrow morning. Want to refer a friend? Subscribe here Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy | Contact MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT