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Gyro Platter

A quick and satisfying gyro platter with seasoned grilled meat, warm pita, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner that feels like a treat.

Total time
30 min
Servings
4
Calories
450
Protein
30g
Gyro Platter
ComfortingWeeknightMediterraneanLambBeefTenderCrispCasual Dinner

Ingredients

  • 1 lb gyro meat (or lamb/beef strips)
  • 4 pieces pita bread
  • 1 large tomato
  • ½ medium red onion
  • 2 cups lettuce
  • 1 medium cucumber
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tsp garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Grate half the cucumber and squeeze out excess water, then stir it in. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Slice the remaining cucumber, 1 tomato, and 1/2 red onion. Tear 2 cups lettuce. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb gyro meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and heated through, about 6-8 minutes.

  4. 4

    Warm 4 pita breads in the skillet or microwave for 30 seconds until soft and pliable.

  5. 5

    Serve the meat with warm pita, fresh veggies, and the tzatziki sauce on the side. Add hot sauce if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Grater
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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