Whey protein (1 scoop) vs Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)
Whey protein (1 scoop) vs Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) compared per 100 g — use protein density, fat profile, and the goal of the swap to pick.
Macro table
| Metric | Whey protein (1 scoop) | Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal | 59 kcal |
| Protein | 80 g | 10 g |
| Carbs | 6 g | 3.6 g |
| Fat | 5 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | — | — |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 21.1 g | 16.9 g |
Reference macros from AskCalories food pages (USDA FoodData Central where available). Your plate still needs portion and cooking-fat edits.
Decision rule
Pick whey when you want a fast, measured protein scoop with minimal volume. Pick Greek yogurt when you want food-based protein and satiety from a dairy serving.
Pick Whey protein (1 scoop) when
Post-workout shakes or topping up protein without another full meal.
Pick Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) when
Meals and snacks where chewing and volume help adherence.
Caveats
- Whey brands differ — use the label. This site’s whey entry is a reference scoop, not every powder.
- AskCalories does not include barcode scanning for powder tubs — type the product or edit the estimate.
Food notes
🥤 Whey protein (1 scoop)
Typical scoop: ~120 kcal, 24g protein. Mix with water or milk. Casein is similar but slower-digesting.
🥣 Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)
20g+ protein per cup. Buy plain — flavored varieties add 10–20g sugar. Top with fruit yourself.
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