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January 9, 2022

Healthy Greek Yogurt Protein Balls Recipe (Low Carb, High Fiber)

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Gluten Free
High Protein
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Greek yogurt for breakfast? What about as a snack? Packed with protein, fiber and probiotics, these Greek Yogurt Protein Balls are great treats you can have throughout the day to boost your energy, curb your cravings and keep your guts healthy and happy.

Healthy Greek Yogurt Protein Balls Recipe (Low Carb, High Fiber) - protein balls

There are so many benefits to taking probiotics, such as healthy digestion, boosting immunity and supporting healthy weight management, but I personally find it difficult to consume enough probiotics on a regular basis. That’s why I’ve been trying to come up with new ways I could use yogurt, one of the best sources of probiotics.

Thanks to the greek yogurt that’s the main ingredient in this recipe, these protein balls are creamy and tangy. The addition of lemon and lemon zest in the dough is a great refreshing combination with the yogurt. I love making these a day ahead and keeping them in the fridge to eat for the next day as a quick breakfast or snack.

What You'll Find in this Post:
1. Ingredients used to make this
2. How to Make
3. Recipe Variations and Optional Add Ins:
4. How to Make this Healthier
5. How to Store
6. Final Tips
7. More Energy Bite Recipes
8. Lemon Greek Yogurt Protein Balls

Ingredients used to make this

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  • Protein Powder – You can use any protein powder for this, but I found that whey protein tends to produce gummier results. I used a vanilla plant-based protein powder, like this one below.
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Vanilla Plant-Based Protein Powder
  • Coconut Flour – Packed with fiber and nutrients, you can’t forget about this gluten-free, wheat free and grain-free ingredient. Coconut flour is great for those allergic to gluten and wanting a low-carb option. While it’s called coco-nut it’s actually nut-free because this flour is made from coconut flesh (which is a fruit, not a nut) that’s been dried and then grind into small flour particles. Coconut flour feels and looks similar to grain flour, and also it has a very mild taste. Here’s the Coconut Flour I like to use.
  • Greek Yogurt – if you don’t have greek yogurt you can also use regular yogurt or dairy free yogurt made from coconut, soy or almond milk. They all turn out delicious.
  • (optional) Probiotic Capsule – If you want an extra probiotic boost, you can add a daily serving (typically 1 or 2 pills) of probiotic supplements into the dough itself! I first thought it would be wierd, too, but the addition is barely noticeable since it tastes very much like yogurt. You can find probiotic supplements in most grocery stores and pharmacies, sometimes in the refridgerated section. Any brand/strength works, but please be sure to buy them in CAPSULE form, since you’ll need to break open the capsule and use only the contents inside. I used this probiotic brand.
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this probiotic brand

How to Make

Greek Yogurt Protein Balls

STEP 1

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Mix the protein powder, coconut flour, Greek yogurt and lemon zest together in a small bowl. Carefully open the probiotic capsule and empty the contents into the bowl and mix well. Note: I find that it’s best to use my hands to mix the dough because it takes some kneading and pressing to get the dough to come together.

STEP 2

Healthy Greek Yogurt Protein Balls Recipe (Low Carb, High Fiber) - protein balls

Roll the batter into tablespoon-sized balls

STEP 3

Healthy Greek Yogurt Protein Balls Recipe (Low Carb, High Fiber) - protein balls

refrigerate for 15 minutes to set. Enjoy!

Recipe Variations and Optional Add Ins:

  • Instead of greek yogurt, you can also use dairy free yogurt such as coconut, almond milk yogurt or soy milk yogurt instead.
  • Feel free to experiment with natural flavoring / extracts. Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract (I didn’t feel like it was essential so I left it out in this recipe), or other flavorings or extracts, such as lemon extract.
Healthy Greek Yogurt Protein Balls Recipe (Low Carb, High Fiber) - protein balls

How to Make this Healthier

  • Make this even healthier by adding a handful of nuts, seeds and old-fashioned oats to add texture and nutrition. Even better, add a tablespoon of ground flaxseed, hemp seeds, or chia seeds.
my healthiest protein ball recipes here - ver healthy

How to Store

  • Store these protein balls covered in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.

Final Tips

  • Coconut flour and protein powders are all very different depending on brands, so if you find that the dough is too soft, add more coconut flour; if the dough is too thick, add a teaspoon or more of water, honey or liquid sweetener of choice.
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Lemon Greek Yogurt Protein Balls

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Prep Time 10 mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 3 protein balls
Calories 68 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp vanilla protein powder*
  • 2 Tbsp coconut flour
  • 3 Tbsp plain Greek Yogurt, strained, like Fage**
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1-2 probiotic capsules (OPTIONAL) , or a daily serving

Instructions
 

  • Mix protein powder, coconut flour, Greek yogurt and lemon zest togeher in a small bowl. Carefully open the probiotic capsule and empty the contents into the bowl and mix well.
  • Add more coconut flour if the dough is too soft, add a teaspoon or more of yogurt if the dough is too thick****
  • Roll the batter into tablespoon sized balls
  • refrigerate for 15 minutes to set

Notes

*I used a plant-based protein powder. Whey protein powder also works, but the result will be gummier.
**You can use regularyogurt, or other vegan, dairy free (almond milk or soy milk) yogurt
****I find that it’s best to use my hands to mix the dough because it takes some kneading and pressing to get the dough to come together.

Nutrition

Calories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 40mgPotassium: 41mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 1mgZinc: 1mg***Net Carbs: 3g
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