Ingredients and Weight:
- Pita bread: 8
- Lamb or beef gyro meat: 2 pounds
- Tomatoes: 2 pounds, sliced
- Onions: 1 pound, sliced
- Lettuce: 2 heads, shredded
- Feta cheese: 1 cup, crumbled
- Tzatziki sauce: 1 cup (see recipe below)
- Oregano: 1 tablespoon
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup
Preparation Time:
30 minutes
Cooking Time:
15 minutes (depending on grill or pan temperature)
Difficulty Level:
2 out of 5
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Slice the gyro meat into thin strips.
- Grill the gyro meat for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Warm the pita bread for a few seconds on the grill or in a microwave.
- Spread tzatziki sauce on the pita bread.
- Add the gyro meat, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, and feta cheese to the pita bread.
- Season with oregano and drizzle with olive oil.
- Fold the pita bread in half or roll it up into a cone shape.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated fat: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 milligrams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Juicy and tender gyro meat
- Fresh and crunchy vegetables
- Creamy and tangy tzatziki sauce
- Perfect for a quick and easy meal or snack
User Comments:
- "These gyros were amazing! The meat was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were fresh and crisp."
- "I love the combination of flavors in these gyros. The tzatziki sauce is especially good."
- "These gyros are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find pre-sliced gyro meat, you can buy a whole lamb or beef roast and slice it yourself.
- For a healthier version of these gyros, use lean ground beef or turkey instead of gyro meat.
- If you don't have a grill, you can cook the gyro meat in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Let the meat rest for a few minutes before slicing it to prevent the juices from escaping.
