Vegan Chicken Gyro

Savor the comforting flavors of a Greek classic with this Vegan Chicken Gyro recipe—a plant-based twist that doesn’t compromise on taste! Featuring tender strips of marinated seitan infused with garlic, paprika, oregano, and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this gyro delivers bold Mediterranean flavor in every bite. Paired with a creamy homemade vegan tzatziki sauce made from soy yogurt, cucumber, fresh dill, and garlic, it’s perfectly complemented by crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Wrapped in warm, soft pita bread, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Whether you’re looking for a protein-packed vegan meal or a dairy-free take on a classic, these gyros are sure to impress even the most devout traditionalists.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams Seitan
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 cup Cucumber
• 1 cup Soy yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 1 unit Garlic clove
• 0.25 unit Red onion
• 1 unit Tomato
• 4 units Lettuce leaves
• 4 units Pita breads

Directions

Step 1

Thinly slice the seitan into strips. In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Add the seitan strips and toss to coat evenly. Set aside to marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 2

Grate the cucumber finely, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber, soy yogurt, chopped dill, and minced garlic to make the tzatziki sauce. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator to chill.

Step 4

Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated seitan strips and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until they are golden and slightly crispy.

Step 5

Thinly slice the red onion and the tomato.

Step 6

Warm the pita breads in a dry pan or toaster for 1-2 minutes to soften them.

Step 7

Assemble the gyros by spreading a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each pita. Place a few lettuce leaves, then add the seitan strips, sliced tomato, and red onion.

Step 8

Wrap each gyro, securing with parchment paper or foil if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(983.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1514.6

Total Fat 42.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3821.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 42.1g
Protein 85.8g	0%

Vitamin D 196IU	0%
Calcium 563.3mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1358.1mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 52.1%