Vegan Gyros Pita
Savor the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with this Vegan Gyros Pita recipe, a plant-based twist on the classic dish! Featuring perfectly spiced and oven-roasted chickpeas, creamy homemade vegan tzatziki sauce, and crisp, fresh veggies, this recipe delivers bold flavor and satisfying texture in every bite. These gyros are quick and easy to prepare, with just 15 minutes of prep time and 25 minutes in the oven, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner or a healthy lunch. Served in warm, soft vegan pita bread, each bite is a harmony of tangy, smoky, and refreshing notes, all while being completely dairy-free and vegan-friendly. Whether you’re a fan of Mediterranean cuisine or seeking a vibrant new meal idea, these Vegan Gyros Pitas are sure to become a favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Canned chickpeas
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Vegan pita bread
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Dairy-free yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 large Garlic clove
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 1 cup Lettuce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
In a large bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the chickpeas evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the chickpeas are golden and slightly crispy.
While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the vegan tzatziki sauce. Peel and finely grate half of the cucumber, then squeeze out the excess water.
In a small bowl, combine the grated cucumber, dairy-free yogurt, fresh dill, and minced garlic clove. Stir well and season with salt to taste. Set aside.
Slice the remaining cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce for the filling.
Warm the vegan pita bread in the oven for a few minutes.
To assemble the gyros, spread a generous spoonful of vegan tzatziki on each pita bread.
Add a portion of the roasted chickpeas, then top with sliced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and lettuce.
Fold the pita around the fillings and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.8 g | 16% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1164 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.0 g | ||
| Protein | 14.7 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*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.
