Vegetarian Beef Doner Kebab

Indulge in the bold, mouthwatering flavors of this Vegetarian Beef Doner Kebab, a plant-based twist on the classic Middle Eastern street food. Perfectly seasoned with a medley of warm spices like cumin, paprika, and allspice, the plant-based "beef" is shaped into juicy patties and seared to golden perfection. Wrapped in soft, warm pita bread, these kebabs are loaded with vibrant toppings—crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy red onions—all brought together with a drizzle of creamy tahini sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegetarian-friendly recipe is not only quick and easy but also packed with protein and bursting with flavor. Whether you're a seasoned vegetarian or simply looking for a satisfying meat-free meal, this plant-based doner kebab will be your new go-to comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Plant-based ground beef
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 4 pieces Pita breads
• 2 cups Lettuce, shredded
• 2 large Tomatoes, sliced
• 1 large Cucumber, sliced
• 1 large Red onion, thinly sliced
• 4 tablespoons Tahini sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a food processor, blend the garlic cloves until finely minced.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the plant-based ground beef, minced garlic, onion powder, cumin powder, paprika, ground coriander, ground allspice, black pepper, salt, olive oil, and tomato paste.

Step 3

Mix the ingredients together using your hands until well combined and evenly mixed.

Step 4

Grease your hands with a little olive oil and shape the mixture into long, thin cylinders or patties, ensuring they fit inside the pita breads.

Step 5

Preheat a non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat.

Step 6

Cook the patties for approximately 7-8 minutes per side, or until they are lightly browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Remove the patties from the heat and set aside to rest for a few minutes.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Assemble the kebabs by placing a few pieces of cooked patties inside each warm pita bread.

Step 10

Top with shredded lettuce, slices of tomato, cucumber, and red onion.

Step 11

Drizzle with tahini sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Step 12

Serve the vegetarian beef doner kebabs immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1974.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2484.4

Total Fat 132.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5506.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 124.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 714.3mg	0%
Iron 34.3mg	0%
Potassium 4253.7mg	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: 45.0%

Protein: 18.7%

Carbs: 36.3%