Low Sodium Homemade Beef Gyro
Elevate your dinner game with this Low Sodium Homemade Beef Gyro recipe, a healthier take on the classic Mediterranean favorite! Featuring lean, thinly sliced beef marinated in a fragrant blend of garlic, oregano, black pepper, and lemon juice, this gyro is packed with robust flavor without excess sodium. Tender beef is paired with a creamy, low-sodium Greek yogurt sauce infused with cooling cucumber, fresh dill, and a hint of cumin, creating a perfect balance of savory and refreshing notes. Served in soft whole wheat pita bread and topped with crunchy romaine lettuce, vibrant tomatoes, and delicate slices of red onion, these gyros offer a deliciously satisfying meal that's ready in under an hour. Great for a heart-healthy dinner or casual gatherings, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a flavorful, wholesome feast your family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Lean beef (such as sirloin or round steak), thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt (low-sodium preferred)
- 0.5 cup Diced cucumber, peeled and seeded
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Cumin powder
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 Tomato, diced
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 cup Romaine lettuce, shredded
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried oregano, ground black pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add the thinly sliced beef and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
While the beef is marinating, prepare the yogurt sauce. In a medium bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, diced cucumber, fresh dill, and cumin powder until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain the beef from the marinade and add to the hot skillet. Cook the beef slices for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in a dry skillet or in the oven for 2-3 minutes until soft and pliable.
To assemble the gyros, place a warm pita on a serving plate. Spread a generous tablespoon of the yogurt sauce over the center of the pita.
Top with cooked beef slices, followed by a handful of shredded lettuce, thinly sliced red onion, and diced tomato.
Fold the pita over the filling to enclose it. Repeat with the remaining pitas and ingredients.
Serve the beef gyros immediately with extra yogurt sauce on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 326 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 1393 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 174.5 g | 349% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 22.7 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 3423 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.
