Whole30 Lamb Gyro
Elevate your Whole30 journey with these flavorful and satisfying Whole30 Lamb Gyros, a grain-free and dairy-free take on the classic Mediterranean favorite! Tender, seasoned ground lamb is cooked to perfection with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and oregano, then bundled in crisp lettuce leaves for a low-carb "wrap" that’s as refreshing as it is nutritious. Topped with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and a tangy, lemon-kissed coconut yogurt sauce, this recipe delivers bold flavors and wholesome ingredients in every bite. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or meal prep, these lamb gyros come together in just 40 minutes and are paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and packed with protein. Enjoy a satisfying taste of the Mediterranean while sticking to your Whole30 commitments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground lamb
- 1 small, finely chopped Red onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 8 large Lettuce leaves
- 1 small, thinly sliced Cucumber
- 1 large, diced Tomato
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Coconut yogurt
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, chopped red onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the lamb mixture to the skillet and cook for about 10-12 minutes, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks, until the meat is browned and cooked through.
Once cooked, remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
Prepare your gyro 'wraps' by placing large lettuce leaves on plates.
In each lettuce leaf, evenly distribute the cooked lamb mixture.
Top the lamb-filled wraps with thinly sliced cucumber, diced tomato, and sprinkle fresh chopped dill on top.
In a small bowl, combine coconut yogurt and lemon juice, stirring well to create a sauce.
Drizzle the lemon yogurt sauce over the gyro wraps.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Lamb Gyros!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1944 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.9 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.1 g | 246% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 480 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 6101 mg | 265% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 131.0 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2615 mg | 56% | |
*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.
