Vegetarian Beef Gyros
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with these delightful Vegetarian Beef Gyros—perfect for plant-based food lovers craving a hearty twist on a classic favorite. This recipe swaps traditional beef for savory plant-based crumbles, seasoned with aromatic herbs like oregano, thyme, and cumin to create a mouthwatering gyro filling in just minutes. Nestled inside warm whole wheat pita bread, each gyro is layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sweet red bell peppers for a rainbow of textures and flavors. Finished with a creamy dollop of tzatziki sauce, these gyros offer a satisfying, meat-free alternative that's ideal for a quick weeknight meal or casual entertaining. Quick, wholesome, and bursting with Mediterranean goodness, these Vegetarian Beef Gyros are sure to please even the most discerning palettes. Perfect for keywords like "vegetarian gyros," "plant-based Mediterranean recipes," and "quick vegetarian dinner ideas."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz plant-based beef crumbles
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces whole wheat pita bread
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sliced onion to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Add the plant-based beef crumbles to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Sprinkle the oregano, thyme, cumin, salt, and black pepper over the mixture. Stir everything together thoroughly and let it cook for 5-6 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
While the mixture is cooking, prepare the fresh vegetables. Slice the cucumber, dice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red bell pepper.
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for about 1 minute until just soft.
To assemble the gyros, spread a generous layer of tzatziki sauce over each pita.
Place a lettuce leaf on each pita, followed by a portion of the cooked plant-based beef mixture.
Top with slices of cucumber, diced tomatoes, and red bell pepper.
Fold the pita gently over the filling and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2195 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.6 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.2 g | 161% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 17 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 4779 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.1 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.4 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 125.4 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 573 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 3528 mg | 75% | |
*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.
