Low Sodium Beef Donair
Savor the deliciousness of a healthier twist on a classic favorite with this Low Sodium Beef Donair recipe! This dish features perfectly seasoned extra-lean ground beef, infused with bold spices like paprika, oregano, and cumin, then baked and thinly sliced to mimic traditional donair meat without the excess sodium. Wrapped in warm whole wheat pita bread and topped with vibrant, fresh ingredients like diced cucumber, juicy tomato, crisp lettuce, and a tangy low-sodium Greek yogurt sauce, this recipe delivers all the flavor without compromising on nutrition. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to four, this heart-healthy donair is perfect for family dinners or meal-prep-friendly lunches. Indulge in guilt-free comfort food that proves you don’t need salt to enjoy the rich, savory taste of a classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (extra lean)
- 1.5 teaspoons Cracked black pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt (low sodium)
- 0.5 cup Cucumber, diced
- 1 large Tomato, thinly sliced
- 0.5 medium Onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, paprika, oregano, thyme, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Line a loaf pan with parchment paper, letting some excess paper hang over the sides. This will make it easier to remove the loaf later.
Press the beef mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 40 to 45 minutes, or until the meatloaf reaches an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the low sodium Greek yogurt with the white vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Once baked, remove the beef from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes. This helps it to hold together when slicing.
Carefully lift the beef loaf out of the pan using the parchment paper. Slice the beef loaf very thinly (as you would with a traditional donair meat).
Warm the whole wheat pita bread either in the oven or a pan for a few minutes.
To assemble the donair, place slices of beef on the warmed pita, top with cucumber, tomato, onion, and lettuce.
Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the top, or serve it on the side for dipping.
Wrap or fold the pita and serve immediately. Enjoy your low sodium beef donair!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 115% | |
| Sodium | 1435 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.0 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.9 g | ||
| Protein | 152.2 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 385 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 23.9 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 3130 mg | 67% | |
*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.
