Description
Lamb Gyros are a delightful Mediterranean dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Greece right to your table. Picture tender, marinated lamb grilled to perfection and wrapped in warm pita bread, topped with creamy tzatziki sauce and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings, allowing you to enjoy an authentic Greek experience from the comfort of your home. With its mouthwatering blend of spices and customizable toppings, this dish promises to be a hit—even with the pickiest eaters. Elevate your meal game and savor the rich, savory goodness of homemade Lamb Gyros!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless lamb shoulder or leg
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Spices: cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper
- Pita bread for serving
- Fresh veggies (tomatoes, onions) for topping
- Tzatziki sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the lamb: In a bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and spices. Coat the lamb in this mixture and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat your grill or oven: Set the grill to medium-high or broil the oven at 500°F.
- Cook the lamb: Grill or broil for 20-25 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare.
- Rest and slice: Let the lamb rest for five minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Prepare tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt with shredded cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble gyros: Warm pitas slightly and fill them with sliced lamb, tzatziki sauce, and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Broiling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg