Gyros

Very Healthy
Health score
59%
Gyros
40 min.
1
1712kcal

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Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of homemade Gyros, a classic dish that brings the taste of the Mediterranean right to your kitchen! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this recipe is not only delicious but also boasts a health score of 59, making it a very healthy option for those who want to enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt.

Imagine sinking your teeth into warm, fluffy pita bread filled with juicy, spiced lamb or beef patties, complemented by a refreshing yogurt sauce infused with mint and crisp cucumber. Each bite is a delightful combination of textures and flavors, from the tender meat to the crunchy lettuce and ripe tomatoes. This dish is not just a meal; it's an experience that transports you to the sun-soaked streets of Greece.

With a preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can easily whip up this satisfying main course for yourself or impress your friends and family at your next gathering. The recipe serves one, but feel free to double or triple the ingredients to share the joy of Gyros with loved ones. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup cucumber seeded chopped
  •  garlic clove finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • pound lamb 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • cups lettuce shredded
  • tablespoon mint leaves dried fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 6-inch wholewheat pita breads (es in diameter)
  • 0.5 cup yogurt plain
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon sugar 
  • 0.8 cup tomatoes chopped
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoons water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • knife

Directions

  1. Split each pita bread halfway around edge with knife; separate to form pocket.
  2. Mix yogurt, mint and sugar in small bowl. Stir in cucumber.
  3. Mix lamb, water, lemon juice, salt, cumin, oregano, pepper, garlic and onion. Shape mixture into 4 thin patties.
  4. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in oil 10 to 12 minutes, turning frequently, until no longer pink in center.
  5. Place cooked patty in each pita pocket. Top with yogurt mixture, lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1712kcal
Protein19.66%
Fat72.93%
Carbs7.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
370.09
Glycemic Load
9.6
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
54.643043590629%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
2.28mg
Hesperetin
2.68mg
Naringenin
0.97mg
Apigenin
0.46mg
Luteolin
0.68mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.59mg
Myricetin
0.34mg
Quercetin
10.97mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1712.34kcal
85.62%
Fat:138.45g
213%
Saturated Fat:53.09g
331.83%
Carbohydrates:31.65g
10.55%
Net Carbohydrates:25.89g
9.41%
Sugar:19.05g
21.17%
Cholesterol:347.05mg
115.68%
Sodium:1538.02mg
66.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:83.98g
167.96%
Vitamin B12:10.93µg
182.19%
Vitamin B3:28.37mg
141.87%
Selenium:89.43µg
127.76%
Vitamin K:124.66µg
118.72%
Zinc:17.09mg
113.92%
Phosphorus:941.85mg
94.19%
Vitamin B2:1.26mg
73.86%
Potassium:1969mg
56.26%
Iron:9.81mg
54.49%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
49.15%
Vitamin B1:0.72mg
48.21%
Folate:182.7µg
45.68%
Vitamin C:35.47mg
43%
Manganese:0.85mg
42.66%
Vitamin A:2093.94IU
41.88%
Magnesium:163.28mg
40.82%
Vitamin B5:4.05mg
40.48%
Copper:0.73mg
36.43%
Calcium:337.56mg
33.76%
Vitamin E:4.35mg
29.03%
Fiber:5.76g
23.05%
Vitamin D:0.58µg
3.84%