7 Greek Yogurt Recipes You Can Meal Prep for the Week

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Greek yogurt is creamy, protein-packed, and one of the easiest ingredients to use for meal prep.

It keeps well in the fridge, works for both sweet and savory dishes, and is perfect for make-ahead breakfasts, snacks, and even lunches.

Here are 7 Greek yogurt recipes you can prep ahead, with instructions and nutrition info.

1. Greek Yogurt Parfaits (Make-Ahead Jars)

Prep-Friendly:

Assemble in mason jars, refrigerate up to 3 days.

Ingredients:

1 cup Greek yogurt, ½ cup granola (add last), ½ cup berries, honey.

Instructions:

1. Layer yogurt and berries in jars.
2. Store granola separately, add before serving to keep crunchy.

Nutrition (per jar):

280 calories | 16g protein | 8g fat | 38g carbs

2. Greek Yogurt Overnight Oats

Prep-Friendly:

Store in jars in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Ingredients:

½ cup oats, ½ cup Greek yogurt, ½ cup milk, fruit of choice.

Instructions:

1. Combine oats, yogurt, and milk in jars.
2. Add fruit, seal, and refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition (per jar): 280 calories | 16g protein | 6g fat | 40g carbs

3. Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Bowls

Prep-Friendly:

Refrigerate for 3–4 days, great for work lunches.

Ingredients:

2 cups shredded chicken, ½ cup Greek yogurt, celery, apple, walnuts.

Instructions:

1. Mix yogurt, celery, apple, and walnuts.
2. Stir in chicken, portion into containers.

Nutrition (per bowl):

320 calories | 32g protein | 12g fat | 15g carbs

4. Greek Yogurt Muffins

Prep-Friendly:

Bake in bulk, store in fridge (5 days) or freezer (1 month).

Ingredients:

1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 cups flour, 2 eggs, ½ cup honey, baking powder.

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients into a batter.
2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.

Nutrition (per muffin):

150 calories | 7g protein | 3g fat | 24g carbs

5. Tzatziki Dip (Snack Prep)

Prep-Friendly:

Store in airtight container up to 4 days.

Ingredients:

1 cup Greek yogurt, ½ cucumber (grated), garlic, lemon, dill

Instructions:

1. Grate cucumber, squeeze water out.
2. Mix with yogurt, garlic, lemon, and dill.

   Nutrition (per 2 tbsp):

35 calories | 3g protein | 2g fat | 2g carbs

6. Greek Yogurt Pancakes (Freezer-Friendly)

Prep-Friendly:

Cook ahead, freeze, and reheat in toaster or skillet.

Ingredients:

1 cup Greek yogurt, ½ cup oats, 2 eggs, 1 tsp baking powder.

Instructions:

1. Blend into a batter, cook pancakes until golden.
2. Freeze between parchment, reheat before serving.

   Nutrition (per 3 pancakes):

280 calories | 20g protein | 6g fat | 38g carbs

7. Greek Yogurt Chocolate Mousse Cups

Prep-Friendly:

Portion into small jars, refrigerate up to 4 days.

Ingredients:

1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp cocoa powder, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp vanilla.

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients until smooth.
2. Portion into jars, chill before serving. Nutrition (per cup):

200 calories | 15g protein | 4g fat | 28g carbs

Meal Prep Tips for Greek Yogurt Recipes

• Use glass jars or airtight containers to keep yogurt fresh.
• Add toppings like granola and nuts last-minute to avoid sogginess.
• Most Greek yogurt recipes last 3–5 days in the fridge.
• For sweet recipes, batch prep and freeze where possible.