Sugar-Free Beef Donair
Indulge guilt-free with this irresistible Sugar-Free Beef Donair, a healthy twist on the classic Middle Eastern favorite! Packed with savory ground beef seasoned with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, this recipe delivers a burst of bold flavor in every bite. Baked to perfection and thinly sliced for that authentic donair texture, the beef pairs beautifully with a creamy, tangy Greek yogurt sauce infused with fresh dill and lemon. Served on warm whole wheat pita and topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and refreshing cucumbers, this dish is a wholesome, sugar-free delight that’s perfect for a quick family dinner or meal prep. Easy to make in under an hour, this recipe ensures you don’t compromise on taste while keeping it healthy! Keywords: sugar-free, beef donair, healthy dinner, easy donair recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt (for sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 medium Tomato, sliced
- 0.5 medium Cucumber, sliced
- 1 cup Lettuce, shredded
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients together thoroughly until well combined. This can be done by hand for best results.
Shape the seasoned meat mixture into a log shape and place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
While the meat is baking, prepare the sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon juice, fresh dill, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
Once the meat is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice it thinly.
Warm the pita bread in the oven for about 5 minutes or until soft.
To assemble the donairs, place slices of beef on each pita bread, then top with sliced tomato, cucumber, shredded lettuce, and a generous dollop of the yogurt sauce.
Wrap the pita bread around the fillings and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1789 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.3 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.1 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 317 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 4355 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 174.8 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.7 g | ||
| Protein | 129.9 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 514 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 21.4 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 2871 mg | 61% | |
*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.
