Anyone use Yogurt for this?

[skijumpbump]

I was reading an article about eating healthy and there was a recipe for tuna salad. This is something I eat ALL of the time, the only thing is that instead of using mayo and then the veggies they said to use plain yogurt. This seems healthier to me but has anyone tried doing this. I know that all you really taste is the tuna but still I am wondering if this will be different. I was also planning of replacing mayo in my chicken salad with yogurt. Has anyone tried either of these healthier alternatives?

[wildstang]

cant say that i have but i know a few people who do and they say you cant tell the difference, but i think the next time im over there and they make one i'll volunteer to try one.

[skijumpbump]

I used it for my tuna sandwiches for lunch yesterday. I couldn't taste the difference, so I think this is a new healthy way to eat tuna for me. I think I will venture into using it in egg salad as well. One this is that the tuna isn't as creamy which is good for sandwiches because it stays on the bread more easily.

[falconfootball]

I can't stand Tuna or mayo. But it seems like a good alternative. I'll make sure to pass this on the my tuna salad friends

[gYmgIrL]

low fat yogi-hurt would be cool! I dont know about you guys but here you can get light mayo and its got SFA calories in it!

[sleepyles]

Yes I have used plain yogurt for Tuna Salad. I actually use it now than before I used to use Mayo. But with Tuna Salad we use plain yogurt and to me there is no difference in taste really.

Also depending on the type of yogurt, which some people think it is gross, I use it on toast in the morning sometimes or just cottage cheese. I love cream cheese, but only eat it on cheat days. . .so yogurt and cottage cheese it is.

[cuteitaliangurl]

Here are some other ways to use yogurt as a substitute:

Skip the Syrup: Top waffles or pancakes with fresh blueberries and a dollop of lemon flavored yogurt. The protein boost of yogurt turns a favorite treat into a complete meal.

Move Over Mayonnaise: Substitute plain, nonfat or lowfat yogurt for one-third to one-half the mayonnaise normally used in tuna, chicken and potato salads, as well as for coleslaw or on sandwiches. You'll enjoy the familiar tang and creaminess of mayonnaise without the excess fat.

Sweeten Treats: Instead of full-fat ice cream or whipped cream, top a slice of pound cake with lowfat, vanilla or French vanilla yogurt. Or, serve cake, pies and/or fruit with a scoop of frozen lowfat yogurt.

Get Saucy: Mix plain yogurt with spicy mustard or chili sauce, to taste, for shrimp dip or as a great topping for roasted chicken and/or fish. Likewise, marinating with yogurt and spices creates more tender, juicy meat.

Dip in: Use plain yogurt as a base for vegetable and chip dips. Add your favorite seasonings, mix, chill and serve. Again, the protein boost turns a dip with veggies into a mini-meal.

Dream a Dressing: Turn a bottle of vinaigrette into a "homemade" creamy dressing by adding 2-3 tablespoons of plain yogurt per cup of dressing.

Top a Tater: Cut the fat by substituting plain nonfat or lowfat yogurt for traditional sour cream on baked potatoes.

Say Olé: Cool down your favorite Mexican dishes with a dollop of plain yogurt, instead of sour cream.

Whip up a Smoothie: Combine your favorite sliced fruits with plain or fruit-flavored yogurt and ice in the blender for a refreshing instant meal.


But it doesn't say much for just plain yogurt and fresh fruit mixed inside. . . .yummy!

[Italianangel]

yup I use it in my tuna sandwhich or salad and for dips and dressings.
Linda