Dairy-Free Lamb Yiros

Savor the bold and aromatic flavors of a Dairy-Free Lamb Yiros, a delightful twist on the classic Greek street food that’s perfect for dairy-free diets. This wholesome recipe features tender strips of boneless lamb shoulder marinated in a zesty blend of garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and earthy spices like oregano, cumin, and paprika. After a quick sear to golden perfection, the lamb is nestled in warm, fluffy whole wheat pita bread alongside a medley of fresh toppings: crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. A drizzle of velvety tahini sauce ties it all together, creating a rich, creamy texture—without any dairy in sight. Ready in under an hour (plus marinating time), this lamb yiros is a versatile meal ideal for lunch, dinner, or a crowd-pleasing gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless lamb shoulder
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 60 ml Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons Oregano, dried
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 4 pieces Whole wheat pita breads
• 1 medium Red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
• 1 small Cucumber, diced
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 100 ml Tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the lamb marinade. In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Cut the lamb shoulder into thin strips. Add the lamb strips to the marinade, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or for best results, let it marinate overnight.

Step 3

Preheat a grill pan or a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated lamb strips. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lamb is evenly cooked and has a slight char.

Step 4

While the lamb is cooking, prepare the fresh toppings: thinly slice the red onion, and dice the tomatoes and cucumber. Chop the fresh parsley.

Step 5

Lightly warm the pita breads on a separate pan over low heat for about 1 minute on each side to make them pliable.

Step 6

To assemble the yiros, place a serving of cooked lamb onto each pita. Top with sliced red onion, diced tomatoes, cucumber, and a sprinkle of parsley.

Step 7

Drizzle tahini sauce over the fillings, then fold the pita to enclose the ingredients.

Step 8

Serve the lamb yiros warm, immediately for best taste and texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1529.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2936.1

Total Fat 192.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 375mg	0%
Sodium 4220.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 132.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 758.4mg	0%
Iron 29.9mg	0%
Potassium 4236.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 25.3%