Low Carb Lamb Gyro
Satisfy your craving for bold Mediterranean flavors with this Low Carb Lamb Gyro recipe, a perfect blend of spiced ground lamb, fresh veggies, and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce leaves instead of traditional pita bread, this dish is keto-friendly, gluten-free, and low in carbs, yet overflowing with savory goodness. The lamb is seasoned with fragrant garlic, cumin, oregano, and paprika, then pan-cooked to perfection, while the tzatziki sauce—with its vibrant dill and tangy lemon juice—adds a cooling counterpoint to the rich meat. Topped with sliced cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese, these gyro wraps are a healthy yet indulgent meal option for busy weeknights or casual entertaining. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe will become your go-to for Mediterranean-inspired low-carb delights!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground lamb
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 large leaves Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 2 medium Tomatoes, chopped
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, minced garlic, chopped red onion, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all spices are evenly distributed throughout the lamb.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned lamb mixture to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
Cook the lamb until browned and fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.
While the lamb is cooking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chopped dill, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
Wash and dry the romaine lettuce leaves. These will serve as the 'wraps' for your gyros.
Assemble the gyros by layering cooked lamb, cucumber slices, chopped tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese onto each lettuce leaf.
Drizzle the prepared tzatziki sauce over the top of each gyro for added flavor.
Serve immediately, folding the lettuce around the fillings to create a 'wrap' effect. Enjoy your delicious, low-carb lamb gyros!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.1 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.7 g | 294% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 543 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 5506 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 152.6 g | 305% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1046 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 3440 mg | 73% | |
*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.
