Easy Ground Beef Gyros

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these flavorful and convenient Easy Ground Beef Gyros! Featuring warmly spiced ground beef—seasoned with aromatic cumin, coriander, oregano, and paprika—and paired with a medley of fresh toppings like crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, tangy red onion, and creamy tzatziki, this recipe delivers bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors in under 30 minutes. Nestled in soft, warmed pita bread and finished with crumbled feta and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these gyros strike the perfect balance between hearty and refreshing. Perfect for families or casual gatherings, this quick and easy dish makes for a satisfying meal that’s as simple to assemble as it is to enjoy. Add this irresistible, fuss-free recipe to your weeknight rotation for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small (diced) yellow onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 pieces pita bread
• 1 small (diced) cucumber
• 1 medium (diced) tomato
• 0.5 sliced red onion
• 1 cup tzatziki sauce
• 0.5 cup (crumbled) feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the cumin, coriander, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to evenly coat the beef with spices.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

While the beef is cooking, warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or wrap them in foil and heat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Prepare the toppings by dicing the cucumber and tomato, slicing the red onion, and crumbling the feta cheese.

Step 8

To assemble, spread a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce onto each pita. Add the seasoned ground beef, followed by cucumber, tomato, red onion, and crumbled feta.

Step 9

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, fold the pita, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1335.6 grams (1335.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2280

Total Fat 131.20g	168%
Saturated Fat 49.50g	248%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.80g
Cholesterol 385mg	128%
Sodium 5225mg	227%
Total Carbohydrate 168.40g	61%
Dietary Fiber 20.00g	71%
Total Sugars 29.10g
Protein 126.60g	253%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 721mg	55%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 2542mg	54%

*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: 50.0%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 28.5%