Loaded Grecian
Indulge in a Mediterranean feast with the Loaded Grecian, a vibrant and flavor-packed recipe that combines tender, spiced ground lamb or beef with an array of fresh, colorful toppings. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, coriander, oregano, and smoked paprika, the savory meat is nestled on warm, fluffy pita bread spread with creamy hummus. A medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese adds a refreshing balance, while a drizzle of rich tzatziki sauce ties it all together. Quick to prepare and bursting with authentic Greek flavors, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra zesty finish and watch this irresistible dish disappear in no time! Keywords: Mediterranean recipe, Greek pita, spiced lamb, tzatziki sauce, fresh toppings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground lamb or beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 1 cup hummus
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, diced
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the ground lamb or beef to the skillet. Cook and crumble the meat with a wooden spoon until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
While the meat is cooking, prepare the toppings. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the kalamata olives.
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or oven for 1-2 minutes until soft and pliable.
To assemble, spread a generous layer of hummus onto each pita bread. Top with a scoop of the cooked meat mixture.
Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and a sprinkle of feta cheese on top.
Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and serve with a wedge of lemon on the side for squeezing over the top.
Enjoy your Loaded Grecian immediately while warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2986 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.6 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 5905 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.5 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 137.3 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1101 mg | 85% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 3399 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.
