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High-protein fermented dairy
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Organic skyr (170 g) has 107 calories. That works out to 63 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.5 g of carbs, 18.7 g of protein, 0.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 170 g
107
KCAL / 170G
Carbs
6.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
18.7g
· 37% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 25% · Protein 72% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 107 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.17 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 77 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 170 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 15 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 19 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 85 g | 54 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 63 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 126 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 255 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 450 g | 284 kcal |
Calculated from 63 calories per 100 g.
Organic skyr is an Icelandic-style cultured dairy food made by fermenting milk and straining it until thick. It is eaten with a spoon like yogurt, but has a particularly dense texture and a mild tang.
Organic skyr is traditionally cultured with skyr-specific cultures and strained, while Greek yogurt is made using yogurt cultures and straining. Both are thick, tangy cultured dairy foods, though their texture and flavor can vary by brand.
Organic skyr tastes mildly tangy and milky, with a thick, smooth texture. Plain skyr is not strongly sweet, so it works with fruit or honey, as well as in savory bowls and dips.
You can eat organic skyr plain or top it with fruit, oats, nuts, or honey. It also works in breakfast bowls, smoothies, and savory dips mixed with herbs or cucumber.
Yes, organic skyr can replace Greek yogurt in many cold recipes, including dips, sauces, and breakfast bowls. Its thicker texture and sharper tang may change the result, so loosen it with a little milk or water if needed.
Yes, organic skyr is made from milk and contains lactose; fermentation may reduce some lactose, but it does not make skyr lactose-free. People with lactose intolerance may tolerate different amounts, so start with a small serving if unsure.
Organic skyr is made from milk produced under organic farming standards, while regular skyr need not meet those standards. Organic production alone does not guarantee a different nutrient profile, taste, or texture.
Yes, organic skyr works well in cold sauces, dips, and desserts, and can stand in for yogurt in some recipes. For a hot dish, stir it in near the end and avoid boiling it, which can make it separate.
Keep opened organic skyr refrigerated with the lid closed, and use a clean spoon each time. Avoid leaving it at room temperature; follow the package’s storage guidance for how long to keep it after opening.
Yes, you can freeze organic skyr, but thawing can make its thick texture watery or grainy. Stir it well after thawing and use it in a smoothie or cooked recipe rather than expecting the original texture.
Vitamins
B12
0.85µg · 35% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
B5
0.6mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.4µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Iodine
34µg · 23% DV
Calcium
204mg · 20% DV
Selenium
5.95µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
255mg · 8% DV
Sodium
77mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 107 calories in 1 cup (medium) (170 g):
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Organic skyr is an Icelandic cultured dairy food, traditionally made by fermenting milk and straining it until thick. It is similar to strained yoghurt, with a gently tart flavour and a dense, smooth texture; organic refers to the milk and production method.
In Iceland it is eaten at breakfast or as a snack, often plain or with berries, while elsewhere it works much like Greek yoghurt: spoon it into a bowl, add fruit and oats, or use it in a smoothie. It is notably high in protein and very low in fat, making it a filling choice. For a less sweet bowl, pair it with fresh fruit rather than sweetened toppings.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.