Low Fat Lamb Gyro

Enjoy all the bold, savory flavors of a classic Greek street food with a healthier twist in this Low Fat Lamb Gyro recipe! Made with lean ground lamb and a fragrant blend of Mediterranean spices like cumin, oregano, and paprika, this gyro delivers rich, authentic flavor without the extra calories. Tender, seasoned lamb is piled onto whole wheat pita bread, topped with fresh, vibrant ingredients like diced cucumber, tomato, and red onion, and drizzled with a refreshing non-fat Greek yogurt and dill sauce. It’s a quick and easy meal, ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for a lighter take on a traditional favorite. Whether for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, these gyros are satisfying, flavorful, and totally guilt-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean ground lamb
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 120 grams Non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 small Cucumber, diced
• 1 medium Tomato, diced
• 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 pieces Whole wheat pita breads
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 4 large Romaine lettuce leaves

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground lamb with minced garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 2

In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the spiced lamb mixture and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently until the lamb is browned and cooked through.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the non-fat Greek yogurt with lemon juice and fresh dill. Stir well until combined.

Step 4

Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or in the oven for a few minutes until soft and pliable.

Step 5

To assemble the gyros, place a romaine lettuce leaf on each pita bread. Spoon a portion of the cooked lamb onto the lettuce.

Step 6

Top the lamb with diced cucumber, tomato, and slices of red onion.

Step 7

Drizzle each gyro with the prepared yogurt sauce.

Step 8

Fold the pita sandwiches in half, wrap in parchment paper if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1245.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2244.7

Total Fat 121.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 403.5mg	0%
Sodium 2956.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 17.3g
Protein 126.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 373.3mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 2855.6mg	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: 48.1%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 29.8%