Vegetarian Beef Yiros

Savor every bite of this irresistible Vegetarian Beef Yiros, a plant-based twist on the classic Mediterranean favorite. Featuring perfectly spiced plant-based ground beef, infused with aromatic oregano, cumin, and smoked paprika, this recipe captures all the bold flavors you love without the meat. A creamy homemade cucumber-dill yogurt sauce adds a refreshing touch, while crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and tender red onion provide the perfect balance of texture and taste. Served in warm, soft pita bread, these yiros are quick to assemble and ideal for a satisfying lunch or dinner. Whether you're catering to vegetarians, flexitarians, or anyone seeking a delicious meatless option, this 35-minute recipe is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Plant-based ground beef
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 teaspoon Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 pieces Pita bread
• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 medium Cucumber
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 medium Tomato
• 1 cup Lettuce
• 0.25 medium Red onion

Directions

Step 1

Mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the onion.

Step 2

In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Add the plant-based ground beef to the skillet, cooking until browned, about 5-6 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to ensure the spices coat the vegetarian beef evenly.

Step 6

While the plant-based beef is cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by grating half of a cucumber and dabbing with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.

Step 7

In a bowl, combine the grated cucumber, plain Greek yogurt, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Mix until well blended.

Step 8

Finely dice the tomato and thinly slice the red onion.

Step 9

To assemble the yiros, warm the pita bread either in a skillet or microwave for a few seconds.

Step 10

Spread a generous tablespoon of the yogurt sauce over each pita.

Step 11

Layer with the cooked plant-based beef mixture, followed by sliced lettuce, diced tomato, and red onion.

Step 12

Drizzle some additional yogurt sauce on top of the fillings if desired.

Step 13

Wrap the pita tightly around the fillings, securing with parchment paper or foil if needed, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1274.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1873.7

Total Fat 86.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.4g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 4456.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 201.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 103.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 591.9mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 2412.7mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 40.5%