High Protein Mediterranean Lamb Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this *High Protein Mediterranean Lamb Sandwich*, a flavor-packed recipe that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfectly marinated lamb loin chops, infused with garlic, lemon, oregano, and olive oil, are grilled to tender perfection and layered into warm whole wheat pita bread. This hearty sandwich features a creamy homemade yogurt-cucumber sauce, fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crisp lettuce, and a sprinkle of tangy crumbled feta. High in protein and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this sandwich is a satisfying option for a quick and wholesome meal. Ready in just 35 minutes (plus marinating time), it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep! Keywords: high-protein sandwich, Mediterranean flavors, lamb recipes, healthy lunch idea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Lamb loin chops
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 small Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 0.25 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Begin by marinating the lamb. In a large bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Add the lamb loin chops to the marinade, ensuring they're well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the marinated lamb chops for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until desired doneness. Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes.
While the lamb is resting, prepare the yogurt sauce. In a small bowl, mix the plain Greek yogurt with half of the diced cucumber and chopped parsley. Stir until well combined.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in a dry skillet or oven for a few minutes until slightly toasted.
Slice the rested lamb thinly and set aside.
Assemble the sandwich by spreading a generous amount of yogurt sauce on one side of the pita. Add a lettuce leaf, sliced lamb, remaining cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
Sprinkle with additional fresh parsley and fold or wrap the pita around the ingredients to form a sandwich.
Serve immediately, enjoying the fresh and robust flavors of the Mediterranean lamb sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.5 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.3 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 462 mg | 154% | |
| Sodium | 3218 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.5 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.4 g | ||
| Protein | 136.1 g | 272% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 767 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2633 mg | 56% | |
*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.
