Dairy-Free Mediterranean Lamb Sandwich

Savor the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this Dairy-Free Mediterranean Lamb Sandwich – a quick, wholesome meal bursting with spice and freshness. Perfectly seasoned ground lamb, infused with cumin, coriander, and oregano, is pan-cooked until juicy and tender, then layered onto warm, fluffy pita bread spread with creamy dairy-free hummus. Topped with a refreshing medley of diced tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, fresh parsley, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, each bite is a harmonious blend of savory, tangy, and crunchy. Finished with a few tangy pepperoncini peppers for a mild heat kick, this recipe is dairy-free, packed with protein, and ready in just 40 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or lunch on the go, these Mediterranean sandwiches will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground lamb
• 0.5 Red onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 rounds Pita bread
• 1 Tomato
• 0.5 Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Hummus (dairy-free)
• 0.25 cup Pepperoncini peppers

Directions

Step 1

Finely chop the red onion and garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped red onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the lamb mixture to the skillet. Cook for about 10-12 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until browned and cooked through.

Step 5

While the lamb is cooking, prepare the vegetables for the sandwich. Dice the tomato and cucumber, and roughly chop the fresh parsley.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the diced tomato, cucumber, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Set aside.

Step 7

Once the lamb is cooked, remove from heat.

Step 8

Warm the pita bread rounds in a clean skillet or toaster until soft and pliable, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Spread a layer of dairy-free hummus on each pita bread round.

Step 10

Place a portion of the cooked lamb mixture on each pita.

Step 11

Top each sandwich with the fresh tomato and cucumber mixture.

Step 12

Add a few pepperoncini peppers for an extra kick of flavor.

Step 13

Fold the pita to encase the fillings or serve open-faced.

Step 14

Serve the sandwiches warm and enjoy your dairy-free Mediterranean lamb delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1212.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2472.1

Total Fat 133.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.5g
Cholesterol 435.4mg	0%
Sodium 6198.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.1g	0%
Total Sugars 24.3g
Protein 148.3g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 329.8mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 2967.3mg	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: 48.0%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 28.3%