Vegetarian Lamb Gyro

Savor the bold flavors of Mediterranean cuisine with this irresistible Vegetarian Lamb Gyro, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite! Crafted with hearty, protein-rich seitan and infused with a smoky, herbaceous marinade of cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, oregano, and garlic, this recipe delivers all the savory depth you crave. Each gyro is layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato, refreshing cucumber, and tangy red onion, then drizzled generously with creamy tzatziki sauce and topped with fresh dill for a burst of brightness. Served in warm, pillowy pita bread and finished with a squeeze of zesty lemon juice, these gyros are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing lunch. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegetarian gyro hits all the right notes of texture, flavor, and convenience.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces seitan
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 pieces pita bread
• 1 large tomato
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 4 whole lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup tzatziki sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Slice the seitan into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, soy sauce, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, dried oregano, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Step 3

Add the sliced seitan to the bowl and gently toss until the seitan is evenly coated with the marinade. Let it sit for 10 minutes.

Step 4

While the seitan is marinating, slice the tomato, cucumber, and red onion into thin slices. Set them aside.

Step 5

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the marinated seitan strips and cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seitan is heated through and slightly crispy around the edges.

Step 6

Warm the pita bread in a separate skillet for about 1 minute on each side until pliable.

Step 7

Assemble the gyros by placing a lettuce leaf on each pita, followed by a generous portion of the cooked seitan.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Drizzle each gyro with tzatziki sauce and a sprinkle of fresh dill.

Step 10

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice before folding the pita over the fillings.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Vegetarian Lamb Gyros!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3511.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1795.4

Total Fat 47.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.0g
Cholesterol 8.4mg	0%
Sodium 4937.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 253.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 52.9g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 128.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1244.8mg	0%
Iron 45.8mg	0%
Potassium 6327.9mg	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: 22.0%

Protein: 26.2%

Carbs: 51.8%