Guilt Free Ground Turkey Gyros
Savor all the Mediterranean flavors you love, guilt-free, with these delicious Ground Turkey Gyros! Packed with lean, protein-rich ground turkey seasoned with a vibrant blend of garlic, cumin, coriander, and oregano, this recipe offers a healthy twist on a classic favorite. Topped with a refreshing homemade tzatziki sauce made from creamy non-fat Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and fresh dill, these gyros are both light and full of flavor. Nestled in whole wheat pita bread and layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and red onion, each bite is a nutritious, satisfying delight. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Indulge in a healthier take on Greek street food with these guilt-free gyros that prove you don’t need to sacrifice flavor for wholesome eating!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground turkey
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Ground coriander
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 0.5 cup Cucumber
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill
- 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
- 1 Tomato (sliced)
- 0.25 Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 Lettuce leaves
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the spices are evenly distributed.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned ground turkey and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked and browned, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
To prepare the tzatziki sauce, finely grate the cucumber and squeeze out any excess liquid using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Stir until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 5
Warm the whole wheat pita bread in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until soft and pliable.
Step 6
Assemble the gyros by layering the cooked ground turkey, sliced tomato, red onion, and lettuce leaves onto the pita bread. Drizzle with the prepared tzatziki sauce.
Step 7
Fold the pita bread into a wrap and serve immediately. Enjoy your guilt-free ground turkey gyros!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1065.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1620.9 |
| Total Fat 51.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g | |
| Cholesterol 330.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2625.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 156.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.4g | |
| Protein 138.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 364.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1091.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories