Description
Lamb Gyros are a delightful taste of the Mediterranean, combining tender marinated lamb with fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce, all wrapped in warm pita bread. This easy-to-follow recipe brings vibrant flavors right to your kitchen, making it perfect for casual dinners or gatherings with friends and family. Each bite offers a savory adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more. With customizable ingredients, you can easily adjust the recipe to suit your preferences, whether you prefer extra veggies or a bit more sauce. Get ready to impress your guests with this mouthwatering dish that’s both quick to prepare and packed with authentic flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless lamb shoulder
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 4 soft pita breads
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ cucumber
- 1 clove garlic
- dill
Instructions
- Marinate the Lamb: In a bowl, mix minced garlic, lemon juice, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Add cubed lamb shoulder; cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Cook the Lamb: Heat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated lamb until browned and internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), about 10-15 minutes.
- Prepare Tzatziki Sauce: Grate cucumber and squeeze out moisture. Mix yogurt with grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Chill until serving.
- Warm Pita Bread: Heat pita on grill or skillet for 1-2 minutes until soft.
- Assemble Your Gyro: Slice cooked lamb into strips and place on warm pita with sliced veggies and tzatziki.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg