Gyro Burger Recipe

Name: Gyro Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese; 1/2 cup chopped peeled seedless cucumber; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/4 pounds ground lamb; 2 teaspoons Greek seasoning (such as McCormick); 6 whole-grain pita breads; 6 large Boston lettuce leaves; 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced; 1/2 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced

Servings: persons

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese
1/2 cup chopped peeled seedless cucumber
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/4 pounds ground lamb
2 teaspoons Greek seasoning (such as McCormick)
6 whole-grain pita breads
6 large Boston lettuce leaves
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, peeled and thinly sliced

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1. Heat gas grill to medium-high or coals in a charcoal grill to medium-hot. Lightly coat grill rack with oil or cooking spray.
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2. In a medium-size bowl, stir together yogurt, feta cheese, cucumber, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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3. Mix together lamb and Greek seasoning. Form into 6 equal-size patties, about 4 inches in diameter. Grill for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until internal temperature registers 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.
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4. Cut off top quarter of pita bread to form a pocket. Fill each with lettuce, tomato, onion, some of the yogurt sauce and a lamb burger. Serve remaining yogurt mixture on the side.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, 1/2 cup chopped peeled seedless cucumber, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Gyro Burger falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Gyro Burger

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