Loaded Grecian

Indulge in a Mediterranean feast with the Loaded Grecian, a vibrant and flavor-packed recipe that combines tender, spiced ground lamb or beef with an array of fresh, colorful toppings. Perfectly seasoned with cumin, coriander, oregano, and smoked paprika, the savory meat is nestled on warm, fluffy pita bread spread with creamy hummus. A medley of juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, tangy kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese adds a refreshing balance, while a drizzle of rich tzatziki sauce ties it all together. Quick to prepare and bursting with authentic Greek flavors, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra zesty finish and watch this irresistible dish disappear in no time! Keywords: Mediterranean recipe, Greek pita, spiced lamb, tzatziki sauce, fresh toppings.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground lamb or beef
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 pieces pita bread
• 1 cup hummus
• 1 cup tzatziki sauce
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 pieces lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground lamb or beef to the skillet. Cook and crumble the meat with a wooden spoon until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 5

While the meat is cooking, prepare the toppings. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, thinly slice the red onion, and slice the kalamata olives.

Step 6

Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or oven for 1-2 minutes until soft and pliable.

Step 7

To assemble, spread a generous layer of hummus onto each pita bread. Top with a scoop of the cooked meat mixture.

Step 8

Add cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and a sprinkle of feta cheese on top.

Step 9

Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and serve with a wedge of lemon on the side for squeezing over the top.

Step 10

Enjoy your Loaded Grecian immediately while warm!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1635.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2986.2

Total Fat 235.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.1g
Cholesterol 516.8mg	0%
Sodium 5904.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.5g	0%
Total Sugars 21.0g
Protein 137.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1101.2mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 3399.1mg	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: 70.4%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 11.4%