Mediterranean Diet Gyros Pita
Savor the irresistible flavors of the Mediterranean with this healthy and vibrant Mediterranean Diet Gyros Pita. Featuring tender, marinated chicken infused with zesty lemon, garlic, oregano, and cumin, this recipe brings authentic Greek-inspired taste to your table. Paired with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce made from Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and fresh dill, every bite is a burst of freshness. Nestled in warm whole wheat pita bread and topped with crisp lettuce, sweet tomatoes, crunchy red onion, and tangy feta cheese, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for friends, this Mediterranean gyro recipe is high in protein, packed with vibrant, wholesome ingredients, and ready in just 35 minutes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 60 ml Lemon juice
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita breads
- 150 g Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Cucumber, grated and drained
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill, chopped
- 1 piece Red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 piece Tomato, diced
- 2 cups Lettuce leaves
- 100 g Feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and add them to the marinade, mixing well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and fresh dill in a small bowl. Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
Heat a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade and cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until well browned and cooked through.
Warm the whole wheat pita breads slightly on the grill or in the microwave.
To assemble the gyros, spread a tablespoon of tzatziki sauce on each warm pita. Layer with cooked chicken strips, red onion slices, diced tomato, lettuce leaves, and crumbled feta cheese.
Fold the pita over the fillings, wrap in parchment paper or aluminum foil to hold everything together, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.6 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 5230 mg | 227% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 180.8 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 208.4 g | 417% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 860 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2892 mg | 62% | |
*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.
