Low Fat Beef Donair

Satisfy your craving for classic street food with this flavorful and healthier twist on a classic beef donair! This recipe for Low Fat Beef Donair combines lean ground beef seasoned with a fragrant blend of garlic, onion, cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, baked to perfection for a guilt-free protein option. Paired with a refreshing homemade fat-free Greek yogurt tzatziki, crisp fresh veggies like lettuce, tomato, and red onion, and wrapped in hearty whole wheat pita bread, this dish is the perfect balance of wholesome and indulgent. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for a lighter take on your favorite comfort food while keeping bold, authentic flavors intact. Perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner, this low-fat beef donair is easy, delicious, and guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean ground beef
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 250 grams Greek yogurt (fat-free)
• 1 small Cucumber
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 4 pieces Whole wheat pita bread
• 1 medium Tomato
• 0.5 head Lettuce
• 0.5 small Red onion

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix until all spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat.

Step 4

Shape the mixed beef into a loaf and place it on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 6

While the beef is cooking, peel and grate the cucumber.

Step 7

Place the grated cucumber in a layer of paper towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.

Step 8

In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and fresh dill to create the tzatziki sauce.

Step 9

Stir until well mixed and store in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 10

Thinly slice the tomato, lettuce, and red onion for the donair toppings.

Step 11

Once the beef is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing thinly.

Step 12

Warm the whole wheat pita bread in the oven or on a skillet over medium heat.

Step 13

Assemble the donairs by placing slices of beef on the pita, adding the toppings, and drizzling with the prepared tzatziki sauce.

Step 14

Fold the pita to enclose the fillings and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1590.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1709.6

Total Fat 41.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 318.2mg	0%
Sodium 5053.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 181.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.7g	0%
Total Sugars 32.2g
Protein 160.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 477.7mg	0%
Iron 25.7mg	0%
Potassium 1955.0mg	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: 21.6%

Protein: 36.8%

Carbs: 41.6%