Heart-Healthy Pork Gyros
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Heart-Healthy Pork Gyros—a flavorful, nutritious twist on a Mediterranean classic. Made with lean pork tenderloin marinated in a zesty blend of Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, and aromatic spices, this recipe offers a deliciously wholesome option for gyro lovers. Served on soft whole-wheat pita bread and topped with creamy homemade tzatziki, fresh tomatoes, crunchy red onions, and mixed greens, these gyros are as nutritious as they are satisfying. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re perfect for a quick, healthy meal that doesn’t skimp on bold flavors. This recipe is packed with protein, lower in fat, and brimming with vibrant, fresh ingredients ideal for a heart-smart diet.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean pork tenderloin
- 240 ml Plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 30 ml Lemon juice
- 15 ml Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 10 grams Dried oregano
- 5 grams Ground cumin
- 1 Cucumber, grated
- 15 grams Fresh dill, chopped
- 5 grams Salt
- 3 grams Black pepper
- 4 Whole wheat pita breads
- 1 Tomato, sliced
- 1 Red onion, thinly sliced
- 60 grams Mixed salad greens
Instructions
Cut the pork tenderloin in half lengthwise, then slice it into thin strips.
In a mixing bowl, combine half of the yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the pork strips to this marinade, making sure each piece is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Meanwhile, prepare the tzatziki sauce by squeezing excess moisture out of the grated cucumber using a clean towel or cheesecloth. Combine the cucumber with the remaining yogurt, chopped fresh dill, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Mix well and set aside.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork strips to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
Warm the whole wheat pita breads in a dry pan or oven for a few minutes until soft and pliable.
To assemble the gyros, place a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce on each pita, followed by a portion of the cooked pork. Top with sliced tomatoes, red onion, and mixed salad greens.
Fold the pitas in half to enclose the fillings and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1833 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 45.4 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 3763 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.6 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 184.7 g | 369% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 706 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3940 mg | 84% | |
*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.
