Description
Beef Gyros with Tzatziki Sauce is a delicious Mediterranean-inspired wrap made with seasoned beef, warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This easy gyro recipe is packed with bold flavors and perfect for a quick, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
For the beef:
- Ground beef or thinly sliced beef
- Olive oil
- Garlic, minced
- Onion, finely chopped
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Oregano
- Paprika
- Cumin
For serving:
- Pita bread
- Tomatoes, sliced
- Cucumber, sliced
- Red onion, thinly sliced
- Lettuce (optional)
For the tzatziki sauce:
- Greek yogurt
- Cucumber, grated and drained
- Garlic, minced
- Lemon juice
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine beef with garlic, onion, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and cumin. Mix well.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook beef until browned and fully cooked.
- In a separate bowl, prepare tzatziki by mixing Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and dill. Chill until ready to use.
- Warm pita bread in a skillet or oven until soft.
- Assemble gyros by adding beef to pita, then topping with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and lettuce if desired.
- Drizzle with tzatziki sauce, fold, and serve immediately.
Notes
Drain cucumber well to keep tzatziki thick and creamy.Use lean beef to reduce excess grease.Warm pita just before serving for best texture.Adjust seasoning to taste for a stronger Mediterranean flavor.
