Greek Lamb Gyros with Tzatziki

Greek Lamb Gyros with Tzatziki is a savory and aromatic Mediterranean dish featuring tender, spiced lamb wrapped in warm pita bread with fresh veggies and creamy tzatziki sauce. This classic Greek street food delivers a perfect balance of bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and creamy textures, making it perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.

½ kg ground lamb (or a mix of lamb and beef)

½ small onion (grated)

3 cloves garlic (minced)

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp dried oregano

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp ground coriander

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp cinnamon (for depth)

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Juice of ½ lemon

For the Tzatziki Sauce

1 cup Greek yogurt

½ cucumber (grated and drained)

1 clove garlic (minced)

1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)

1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

For the Gyros

4 pita breads (warmed)

1 cup lettuce (shredded)

1 cup tomatoes (diced)

½ cup red onion (thinly sliced)

¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled, optional)

Lemon wedges (for serving)

Make the Tzatziki Sauce

Grate the Cucumber:
- Using a box grater, grate ½ cucumber.
- Squeeze out excess moisture with a paper towel or cheesecloth.
Mix the Ingredients:
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Chill:
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Prepare and Cook the Lamb

Combine the Ingredients:
- In a bowl, mix ground lamb, grated onion, garlic, spices, olive oil, parsley, and lemon juice.
Shape and Cook:
- Shape the mixture into thin patties or logs for easier cooking.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a little olive oil.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through.

Assemble the Gyros

Warm the Pita:
- Heat pita bread in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side.
Layer the Ingredients:
- Spread tzatziki sauce onto the pita.
- Add cooked lamb, lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion.
- Sprinkle with feta cheese (optional).
Wrap and Serve:
- Fold the pita over the filling.
- Serve with extra tzatziki and lemon wedges.

Pro Tips

For Juicier Meat: Let the cooked lamb rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Make It Crispier: Broil the cooked meat for 2-3 minutes for extra char.
Meal Prep: Marinate the meat ahead of time for deeper flavor.

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