Gyro Meat and Tzatziki Sauce

Transform your kitchen into a Mediterranean haven with this irresistible Gyro Meat and Tzatziki Sauce recipe! Featuring a mouthwatering blend of ground lamb and beef infused with aromatic spices like oregano, cumin, and rosemary, this dish captures the essence of traditional Greek cuisine. The gyro meat, baked to perfection and thinly sliced, pairs perfectly with the creamy, tangy tzatziki sauce made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, fresh dill, and a splash of lemon juice. Perfect for stuffing into warm pita bread and garnished with fresh veggies or crumbled feta, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. With 20 minutes of prep and classic Mediterranean flavors, this easy homemade gyro recipe will make you skip the takeout and head straight to your kitchen! Keywords: Gyro meat recipe, tzatziki sauce, homemade Greek gyro, Mediterranean dinner recipe, easy gyro recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground lamb
• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium, grated Yellow onion
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Ground rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 medium, grated and squeezed dry Cucumber
• 1 tablespoon, chopped Fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for tzatziki)
• 1 Garlic clove (for tzatziki)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, ground beef, grated onion, garlic (minced), oregano, cumin, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Blend the mixture using your hands or a food processor until it forms a cohesive, well-combined paste-like consistency.

Step 4

Pack the meat mixture tightly into a loaf pan, smoothing the top to ensure even cooking.

Step 5

Bake the meat in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

While the meat is baking, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated and squeezed-dry cucumber, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and salt. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Step 7

Once the gyro meat is cooked, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 10 minutes. Drain any accumulated fat.

Step 8

Slice the cooked gyro meat thinly with a sharp knife or shave it using an electric slicer.

Step 9

Serve the sliced gyro meat with the tzatziki sauce, pita bread, and optional toppings such as tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, and feta cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1524.2 grams (1524.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2706

Total Fat 188.70g	242%
Saturated Fat 74.00g	370%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.90g
Cholesterol 761mg	254%
Sodium 5624mg	245%
Total Carbohydrate 38.00g	14%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 17.20g
Protein 216.80g	434%

Vitamin D 18IU	91%
Calcium 571mg	44%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 3598mg	77%

*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: 62.5%

Protein: 31.9%

Carbs: 5.6%