Ground Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Savor the bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors of these Ground Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, a quick and satisfying recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Juicy, spiced ground lamb is seasoned with a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and oregano, then piled high onto warm, fluffy pita bread. Each gyro gets a refreshing, tangy touch from a homemade cucumber yogurt sauce made with creamy Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice. To round out the texture and color, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and zesty red onion are added, creating a balanced and irresistible handheld meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a delightful fusion of warm, earthy spices and cool, refreshing toppings. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean street food, these gyros are sure to impress at your next mealtime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 large cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 pieces warm pita bread
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
Instructions
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, until fragrant.
Add the ground lamb to the skillet along with ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook until the lamb is browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make the cucumber yogurt sauce, combine plain Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (with excess moisture removed), chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or in the oven at low heat for 2-3 minutes.
To assemble the gyros, place a lettuce leaf on each pita, followed by a generous scoop of the spiced ground lamb mixture. Top with cucumber yogurt sauce, tomato slices, red onion slices, and additional fresh dill if desired.
Fold the pita around the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy your Ground Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.3 g | 148% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 460 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 5530 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.3 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.4 g | ||
| Protein | 165.1 g | 330% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 635 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 3371 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
