High Protein Traditional Donair
Elevate your mealtime with this High Protein Traditional Donair—a flavorful twist on an iconic dish, made healthier and heartier for fitness enthusiasts and food lovers alike. This recipe balances the rich, seasoned meat of a classic donair, featuring lean ground beef or lamb boosted with whey protein powder, alongside aromatic spices like cumin, oregano, and paprika. Perfectly baked and sliced thin for that authentic donair texture, the meat is nestled in warm whole wheat pita bread and dressed with a creamy, tangy homemade donair sauce. Topped with fresh veggies like lettuce, tomato, and red onion, this high-protein donair offers a mouthwatering blend of Mediterranean flavors while supporting your nutrition goals. Whether you're seeking a quick meal prep option or a satisfying post-workout dinner, this 20-minute prep recipe is sure to impress with its robust flavors and healthy spin.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams lean ground beef (or ground lamb for authentic flavor)
- 30 grams whey protein powder (unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 large egg
- 4 pieces whole wheat pita bread
- 1 large tomato, diced
- 2 cups lettuce, shredded
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 0.25 cup white vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef (or lamb), whey protein powder, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, paprika, cumin, salt, marjoram, and the egg.
Mix the meat mixture thoroughly with your hands until the ingredients are well-combined and form a sticky consistency. This helps create a firm texture similar to traditional donair meat.
Shape the meat mixture into a tightly packed loaf and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Let the loaf cool slightly before slicing.
While the meat is baking, prepare the donair sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sweetened condensed milk, white vinegar, and minced garlic until smooth. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill.
Once the meat has cooled slightly, slice it very thinly using a sharp knife to replicate the traditional donair meat texture.
To assemble the donair, warm the whole wheat pita bread in a non-stick pan or the microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
Add a generous layer of sliced donair meat to the center of the pita, followed by diced tomato, shredded lettuce, and sliced red onion.
Drizzle the donair sauce over the top and fold the pita tightly around the filling.
Serve immediately and enjoy your high-protein donair!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.5 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.4 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 659 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 4104 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.6 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.1 g | ||
| Protein | 204.4 g | 409% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 782 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 3662 mg | 78% | |
*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.
