Whole30 Homemade Beef Gyro

Get ready to savor bold Mediterranean flavors with this Whole30 Homemade Beef Gyro recipe—an easy, healthy twist on a classic favorite! Made with seasoned ground beef, aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and oregano, and paired with a creamy coconut yogurt dill sauce, this recipe is both dairy-free and gluten-free. Served in crisp lettuce leaves and packed with fresh toppings like diced cucumber, juicy tomato, and red onion, these gyros are perfect for a light yet satisfying meal that’s compliant with Whole30 guidelines. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute cook time, this dish is a delicious and nutritious option for busy weeknights, offering Mediterranean-inspired goodness with none of the guilt.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 large lettuce leaves
• 1 small, diced cucumber
• 1 large, diced tomato
• 0.5 medium, thinly sliced red onion
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup coconut yogurt
• 1 tablespoon, fresh and chopped dill
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until the beef is browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Remove from heat.

Step 5

While the beef is cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber and tomato, and thinly slice the red onion. Set aside.

Step 6

In a small bowl, combine the coconut yogurt, chopped dill, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and lemon juice. Mix well to create the sauce.

Step 7

To serve, take a large lettuce leaf and fill it with a generous spoonful of the beef mixture.

Step 8

Top the beef with diced cucumber, tomato, and red onion slices.

Step 9

Drizzle the coconut yogurt sauce over the top and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Fold the lettuce leaves like a wrap and enjoy your healthy Whole30 Beef Gyros!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1242.8 grams (1242.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1598

Total Fat 115.40g	148%
Saturated Fat 40.90g	205%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 3290mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 66.90g	24%
Dietary Fiber 9.60g	34%
Total Sugars 38.60g
Protein 78.10g	156%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 298mg	23%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 2376mg	51%

*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: 64.2%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 16.5%