Ingredient swap

Greek Yogurt vs Sour Cream

Nonfat Greek yogurt has about four times the protein of sour cream and less than a third of the calories. Sour cream is richer and less tangy.

How to swap

1:1 in dips, dressings and toppings. In baking, use full-fat Greek yogurt for the closest texture.

Side by side

"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.

Protein

Greek Yogurt10.2 g

Sour Cream2.4 g

Carbs

Greek Yogurt3.6 g

Sour Cream4.6 g

Fat

Greek Yogurt0.4 g

Sour Cream19.4 g

Fiber

Greek Yogurt0 g

Sour Cream0 g

Sugar

Greek Yogurt3.2 g

Sour Cream3.4 g

Can I use sour cream instead of Greek yogurt?

1:1 in dips, dressings and toppings. In baking, use full-fat Greek yogurt for the closest texture.

Which has more protein?

Greek Yogurt, with 10.2 g per 100 g versus 2.4 g.

Which has fewer calories?

Greek Yogurt, with 59 calories per 100 g.