Beef Stroganoff with Greek Yogurt - Recipe Diaries (2024)

Published: Nov 9, 2014 · Modified: Jul 31, 2023 by Jenna · This post may contain affiliate links · 35 Comments

Beef stroganoff is a Russian dish made with sautéed pieces of beef in a sour cream-based sauce. It typically includes onions, mushrooms, and sometimes mustard or tomato paste. It is often served over egg noodles or rice and is a hearty and comforting meal.

Beef stroganoff is a childhood favorite dish of mine. My Dad would always make it for us. I don't really remember having too many favorite childhood dishes besides this one and Chicken Cheese Hotdish. He would always use ground beef and often times I see this recipe with cubed beef and mushrooms.

The only time I will ever eat mushrooms is when they're cut up into really tiny pieces like they are in condensed cream of mushroom soup. Otherwise, then this recipe, this will be the only time you see a recipe that includes mushrooms on this site. I've tried to like mushrooms before but we just don't get along. It's a texture thing. That and black olives.

For more great dinner recipes with ground beef try Slow Cooker Taco Soup, Weight Watchers Beef and Brocolli, or Weight Watchers Beef Stew.

Ingredients Needed

• Lean ground beef - Is considered better than higher fat options for several reasons. First, it has less saturated fat, which can contribute to heart disease and other health issues. Additionally, it tends to have fewer calories per serving, making it a good option for those watching their weight. The 96% lean ground beef from Aldi is my favorite.
• Onion, chopped yellow or white
• Cornstarch - Used to help thinking the gravy
• Garlic powder - is made from dehydrated garlic cloves and like the chili powder above it gets pulverized into a powder or flour consistency.
• Cream of mushroom soup (98% fat-free)
• Uncookedegg noodles
• Greek Yogurt or Light Sour Cream - is considered great for a variety of reasons. It is typically higher in protein and lower in sugar than regular yogurt, making it a good choice for those looking to maintain a balanced diet.
• See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

How to Make Beef Stroganoff

Step 1: Brown beef in a skillet until the meat is no longer pink and browned. Season with onion powder. Drain grease.

Step 2: Dissolve cornstarch in cold water and pour onto meat. Stir in garlic powder, salt & pepper, and 2 cans of mushroom soup.

Cook for five minutes, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and simmer for another 10 minutes. Meanwhile, cook noodles according to pkg. directions.

Step 3: When done, drain. Remove meat mixture from heat and stir in sour cream and mix well. Add to noodles and mix till well blended.

Serving Size: 1 cup

Weight Watcher Point Calculations

Add 1 cup of the beef mixture to however many noodles you want.

1 cup cooked egg noodles: 6points

½ cup of cooked egg noodles: 3points

Hope, that makes sense? Phew.

Points for beef stroganoff without the noodles: Green: 3, Blue: 2, Purple: 2

What to serve with beef stroganoff?

Beef stroganoff is a classic dish that is usually served with a side of egg noodles or rice. Some other popular options include roasted vegetables such as Smoked Asparagus or green beans, a fresh green salad, or Air Fryer Garlic Bread.

You can also try serving it with Dairy Free Mashed Potatoes or an Air Fryer Baked Potato for a heartier meal. If you're looking for something lighter, a side of steamed broccoli or roasted Brussels sprouts can be a great choice. Ultimately, the choice of side dish will depend on your personal preferences and the occasion.

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