Ground Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

Savor the bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors of these Ground Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, a quick and satisfying recipe perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Juicy, spiced ground lamb is seasoned with a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and oregano, then piled high onto warm, fluffy pita bread. Each gyro gets a refreshing, tangy touch from a homemade cucumber yogurt sauce made with creamy Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice. To round out the texture and color, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and zesty red onion are added, creating a balanced and irresistible handheld meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a delightful fusion of warm, earthy spices and cool, refreshing toppings. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean street food, these gyros are sure to impress at your next mealtime.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 large cucumber, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4 pieces warm pita bread
• 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 pieces lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped yellow onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground lamb to the skillet along with ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Break up the meat with a wooden spoon and cook until the lamb is browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

To make the cucumber yogurt sauce, combine plain Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (with excess moisture removed), chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 5

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or in the oven at low heat for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

To assemble the gyros, place a lettuce leaf on each pita, followed by a generous scoop of the spiced ground lamb mixture. Top with cucumber yogurt sauce, tomato slices, red onion slices, and additional fresh dill if desired.

Step 7

Fold the pita around the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy your Ground Lamb Gyros with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1542.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2418.2

Total Fat 115.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 459.9mg	0%
Sodium 5529.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 29.4g
Protein 165.1g	0%

Vitamin D 18.1IU	0%
Calcium 635.0mg	0%
Iron 19.7mg	0%
Potassium 3371.3mg	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: 42.8%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 29.9%