Roasted Lamb Gyros With Homemade Tzatziki
Crispy roasted lamb shoulder tucked into warm whole wheat pitas with a creamy, fresh homemade dill tzatziki. A satisfying, vibrant Greek classic perfect for steadying your energy.
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Before you start
Your 35-minute game plan
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Equipment
Oven · Large skillet · Sheet pan · Mixing bowl · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Leftover tzatziki and lamb keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge; store the pita separately so it doesn't get soggy.
Do these three things first
- 1Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2Prep small bunch fresh dill (chopped)
- 3Set out all ingredients before cooking
Ingredients
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For the Lamb
For the Tzatziki
For Serving
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Next: Preheat your oven to 400°F
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Preheat your oven to 400°F
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Thinly slice the lamb shoulder into small strips.
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Toss the sliced lamb with 2 tablespoons…
Toss the sliced lamb with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the dried oregano, half of the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and browned.
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While the lamb cooks
While the lamb cooks, prepare the tzatziki. Grate half of the cucumber and squeeze it tightly in a clean towel to remove as much liquid as possible.
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In a small bowl
In a small bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, chopped fresh dill, red wine vinegar, remaining garlic powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir well and set aside.
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Slice the remaining half of the cucumber
Slice the remaining half of the cucumber, the tomatoes, and the red onion into thin wedges or strips.
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Lightly brush the pita breads with a…
Lightly brush the pita breads with a drop of olive oil and warm them in a skillet over medium heat for 1 minute per side until soft and pliable.
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Assemble the gyros by spreading a thick…
Assemble the gyros by spreading a thick layer of tzatziki down the center of each warm pita. Top with the roasted lamb and the fresh cucumber, tomato, and red onion slices. Fold and serve.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
Popping the lamb in the freezer…
Popping the lamb in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before slicing makes it significantly easier to cut into thin, uniform gyro-style strips.
Don't skip squeezing the water out…
Don't skip squeezing the water out of the grated cucumber—it's the secret to keeping your tzatziki thick and creamy instead of watered down.
Leftover tzatziki and lamb keep well…
Leftover tzatziki and lamb keep well for up to 3 days in the fridge; store the pita separately so it doesn't get soggy.
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