Best Dairy-Free Greek Yogurt Brands (2026): High-Protein Plant-Based Picks

If you want a thick, Greek-style yogurt without dairy, here's the fast answer: the high-protein options are almost always soy- or pea-protein-boosted. Brands like Kite Hill (soy/almond), Silk, Forager Project, So Delicious, and Siggi's plant-based hit 10-17g of protein per serving by adding pea or soy protein to a coconut or nut base. The catch most shoppers run into: plain coconut- and almond-based yogurts taste great but often deliver just 1-3g of protein per cup. So the brand name matters less than the protein source on the label.

Below we rank the real, currently-available dairy-free Greek-style yogurts in the US by protein, then explain how to choose and where each one makes honest tradeoffs.

Why most dairy-free Greek yogurts are low in protein

Regular dairy Greek yogurt is high in protein because it's strained — concentrating milk protein into a thick base. Plant milks don't work the same way. Coconut, almond, oat, and cashew milks are naturally low in protein, so straining them produces a thick texture but very little protein. That's why an unsweetened coconut "Greek-style" yogurt can be thick and luscious yet only have 1-2g of protein.

To get real protein, manufacturers do one of two things: start from soy (the only plant milk with protein comparable to dairy), or add isolated pea or soy protein to a coconut/nut base. When you see 10g+ on a dairy-free Greek yogurt, one of those two things is happening. Read the ingredient list — if "pea protein" or "soy" is near the top, you're looking at a genuine high-protein option.

Best dairy-free Greek yogurt brands, ranked by protein

Protein figures are per single-serve cup (typically 5.3oz) unless noted. Larger multi-serve tubs sometimes list a slightly different serving size, which is why Kite Hill's tub can show a higher per-serving number. Always check the panel on the exact size you buy.

The genuinely high-protein tier (10g+)

Kite Hill Greek Style, Silk Greek Style, Forager Project Greek Style, So Delicious flavored Greek, and Siggi's plant-based are the five that reliably clear 10g per serving. If you're replacing dairy Greek yogurt as a protein source, start here.

The low-protein tier (taste-first)

Lavva and plain coconut-based yogurts (including the unsweetened versions of So Delicious and standard Cocojune) and Oatly's oat yogurt are delicious and often have cleaner labels, but they deliver only 1-3g of protein. They're great as a snack or dessert — just don't count on them to hit a protein goal.

How to choose the right one

Lead with the protein source, not the brand

The single most reliable signal is the ingredient list. Soy- or pea-protein-forward yogurts deliver protein; pure coconut or almond ones don't. A "Greek-style" label only promises thickness, not protein.

Decide how much added sugar you'll accept

Here's the real tradeoff: the highest-protein and lowest-sugar options are the plain, unsweetened cups — Kite Hill plain and Forager plain both hit 10-11g protein with 0g added sugar. But many 10g options (Silk, So Delicious, Siggi's) only sell their protein-boosted versions as flavored cups, which means 8-9g of sugar. If you want both high protein and low sugar, buy plain unsweetened and add your own fruit.

Mind your allergens

Soy gives you the most protein per dollar (Kite Hill), but it's a top allergen. If you avoid soy, Forager (cashew + rice protein) and the pea-protein coconut yogurts are your high-protein routes. If you avoid nuts, lean toward soy- or pea-based picks and skip the cashew/almond/pili-nut options.

Accept the texture and tang difference

Dairy-free Greek yogurts are thick, but the flavor leans different — soy yogurts can be slightly beany, coconut bases are richer and sometimes sweeter, and pea protein can add a faint earthiness. Plain unsweetened versions are noticeably tangier than flavored cups. It's worth buying two or three brands to find your texture and tang preference before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which dairy-free Greek yogurt has the most protein?

Kite Hill Greek Style (almond + soy base) is typically the highest, at 11g per 5.3oz cup and up to 17g per serving on the larger tub, with no added sugar. Silk, Forager, So Delicious (flavored), and Siggi's plant-based follow at around 10g.

Are coconut-based Greek yogurts high in protein?

Only if pea or soy protein is added. Plain coconut milk is naturally low in protein, so an unsweetened coconut "Greek-style" yogurt often has just 1-2g. Coconut yogurts that advertise 10g (like Silk or Siggi's plant-based) get there by adding pea protein.

Is dairy-free Greek yogurt as high in protein as regular Greek yogurt?

Not quite. Dairy Greek yogurt usually has 15-20g per serving. The best plant-based versions reach 10-17g, which is strong for dairy-free but still typically a bit lower than strained dairy yogurt of the same size.

What's the best dairy-free Greek yogurt with no added sugar?

Kite Hill Greek Style Plain Unsweetened and Forager Project Greek Style Unsweetened Plain are the standouts — each delivers around 10-11g of protein with 0g of added sugar. Add your own fruit for sweetness without the sugar of flavored cups.

Is soy yogurt or coconut yogurt better for protein?

Soy, on its own, is the better natural protein source — it's the only plant milk with protein comparable to dairy. Coconut yogurt can match it only when pea or soy protein is added. If you tolerate soy, a soy-based yogurt is the most reliable high-protein choice.