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Mediterranean Lamb Gyro Pita recipe

Easy Mediterranean Lamb Gyro Pita Recipe with Juicy, Bold Flavors

This Mediterranean Lamb Gyro Pita recipe features juicy spiced lamb, fresh herbs, and tangy tzatziki in a warm pita for an unforgettable meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 pitas
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lamb Marinade
  • 1 pound Ground lamb Choose fresh lamb for the juiciest flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
For the Tzatziki Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 small Cucumber Grated and drained.
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For Assembly and Toppings
  • 4 pieces Pita bread Warm and soft.
  • 1 cup Tomato slices Juicy and ripe.
  • 1 small Red onion Sliced.
  • 1 cup Fresh lettuce or parsley
  • to taste Optional hot sauce or sumac

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Bowl
  • whisk
  • Grater
  • Airtight containers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk lamb with garlic, oregano, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil until evenly coated.
  2. Cover and refrigerate the lamb marinade for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight) to intensify the flavors.
  3. Warm a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet over medium–high heat until shimmering.
  4. Add marinated lamb to the hot pan, breaking it into bite-sized pieces. Cook for 5–7 minutes until browned with crispy edges.
  5. In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  6. Cover and refrigerate tzatziki for at least 10 minutes to thicken.
  7. Heat pita breads in a skillet or oven at 350°F for 2 minutes until soft.
  8. Spread tzatziki on each pita, then top with lamb, tomato, onion, and lettuce or parsley.
  9. Fold each pita snugly around the fillings, sprinkle with optional sumac or hot sauce, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pitaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Drizzle with extra lemon juice for zesty brightness.

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