Veggie Gyro Burgers

Savor the irresistible flavors of the Mediterranean with these Veggie Gyro Burgers, a perfect fusion of plant-based goodness and classic gyro-inspired delights. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, hearty quinoa, and a blend of warm spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, these patties are pan-seared to golden perfection. Topped with a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, and a pop of fresh lemon juice, these burgers are nestled in warm pita bread and layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and zesty red onion slices. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe delivers a satisfying, healthy twist on a traditional favorite, making it an ideal choice for meatless meals and Mediterranean cuisine lovers.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup cucumber (grated and squeezed to remove excess water)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon dried dill
• 4 pita bread
• 1 cup lettuce (shredded)
• 1 tomato (sliced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but with some texture remaining.

Step 2

Add the cooked quinoa, breadcrumbs, finely diced red onion, parsley, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture holds together when pressed.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into burger patties about 1/2-inch thick.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In a small bowl, prepare the tzatziki sauce by combining the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, and dried dill. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 6

Warm the pita bread on a dry skillet or in the oven for a few minutes until pliable.

Step 7

Assemble the veggie gyro burgers: spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce onto each pita, add a veggie patty, then top with shredded lettuce, tomato slices, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 8

Fold the pita bread around the filling and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1214.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1843.0

Total Fat 47.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 12.2mg	0%
Sodium 3456.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 75.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 486.1mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2473.8mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 61.9%