Mediterranean Diet Beef Donair
Discover a fresh twist on a classic with this Mediterranean Diet Beef Donair, a health-conscious take on the beloved street food favorite. Packed with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, oregano, and a touch of cinnamon, lean ground beef is baked to juicy perfection before being thinly sliced and nestled into warm whole grain pita bread. Bright, crisp toppings like cucumber, tomato, and red onion complement the savory beef, while creamy tzatziki and a sprinkle of fresh parsley tie the flavors together beautifully. Ready in under an hour, this recipe offers a hearty yet balanced meal that's Mediterranean-inspired and perfect for lunch or dinner. With vibrant ingredients and simple preparation, it’s a wholesome way to enjoy the authentic taste of donairs right at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 4 pieces Whole grain pita
- 2 medium, sliced Tomato
- 1 medium, sliced Cucumber
- 0.5 thinly sliced Red onion
- 1 cup Tzatziki sauce
- 1 handful, chopped Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, oregano, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly until all spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
Shape the beef mixture into a loaf on a baking sheet or use a loaf pan for a more formed shape. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the loaf.
Bake the loaf in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the outside is browned.
While the meat is cooking, prepare the toppings. Slice the tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. Chop the parsley and set everything aside.
Once the beef is cooked, let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing thinly.
Warm the whole grain pita bread either in a dry pan over medium heat for about 1 minute each side or wrapped in foil in the oven for 5 minutes.
To assemble the donair, place a warm pita on a plate. Layer a few slices of beef onto the pita.
Add sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, and red onions on top of the beef.
Drizzle a generous amount of tzatziki sauce over the top and sprinkle with fresh parsley.
Fold the pita around the filling, securing with parchment paper or foil if needed, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2115 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.8 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.3 g | 127% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 327 mg | 109% | |
| Sodium | 6829 mg | 297% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.4 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.4 g | ||
| Protein | 147.7 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 27.9 mg | 155% | |
| Potassium | 2130 mg | 45% | |
*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.
