Lamb Gyros with Spicy Tzatziki Recipe

Name: Lamb Gyros with Spicy Tzatziki
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds Boneless Leg Of Lamb; ⅓ cups Olive Oil; 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice; 1 Tablespoon Freshly Chopped Rosemary; 1 Tablespoon Mediterranean Seasoning (Italian Seasoning May Be Substituted); 2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced; 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt; 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper; 1/2 cups Greek Yogurt; 1/4 cups Mayonnaise; 1/2 Cucumber, Peeled And Diced; 1/4 cups Fresh Dill; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; 1 teaspoon Hot Sauce, Of Choice; 1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder; Salt And Black Pepper To Taste; 12 slices Pita Bread; 1 cup Spicy Tzatziki (from Above); 1 Cucumber, Sliced Thin; 3 Roma Tomatoes, Sliced; 2 Large Red Bell Peppers, Sliced Thin; 1 Medium Red Onion, Sliced Thin; 2 Avocados, Peeled, Pitted And Sliced Thin; 3/4 cups Crumbled Feta Cheese; 3 pounds Cubed Or Sliced Lamb (from Above); Chopped Fresh Parsley Or Dill (for Garnish)

Servings: persons

3 pounds Boneless Leg Of Lamb
⅓ cups Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice
1 Tablespoon Freshly Chopped Rosemary
1 Tablespoon Mediterranean Seasoning (Italian Seasoning May Be Substituted)
2 cloves Garlic, Finely Minced
1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
1/2 cups Greek Yogurt
1/4 cups Mayonnaise
1/2 Cucumber, Peeled And Diced
1/4 cups Fresh Dill
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
1 teaspoon Hot Sauce, Of Choice
1 teaspoon Chipotle Chili Powder
Salt And Black Pepper To Taste
12 slices Pita Bread
1 cup Spicy Tzatziki (from Above)
1 Cucumber, Sliced Thin
3 Roma Tomatoes, Sliced
2 Large Red Bell Peppers, Sliced Thin
1 Medium Red Onion, Sliced Thin
2 Avocados, Peeled, Pitted And Sliced Thin
3/4 cups Crumbled Feta Cheese
3 pounds Cubed Or Sliced Lamb (from Above)
Chopped Fresh Parsley Or Dill (for Garnish)

1
Inactive time: 2 Hours
2
For the lamb: Remove the lamb from its packaging and set aside.
3
In a large bowl (that has a fitted lid), whisk together the oil, lemon juice, rosemary, Mediterranean seasoning, garlic, salt and black pepper.
4
Place the lamb in the large bowl and toss to coat with the mixture, rubbing it in where necessary.
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Cover and place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours.
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Once the lamb has marinated, remove from refrigerator.
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Preheat your oven to 325 F and line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil.
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Then place an oven-safe rack on top.
9
Place the lamb directly on the rack, then place in the oven and cook until a probe meat thermometer reads 145 F for medium rare, about 1 hour (I cook my lamb to 135 F for rare, but you may cook your lamb to the temperature of your liking).
10
Remove the lamb from the oven and let it rest for at least 15 minutes.
11
Once the lamb has rested, cut into cubes or strips and set aside.
12
For the spicy tzatziki: Into a high-powered blender or food processor, add the Greek yogurt, mayo, cucumber, dill, lemon juice, hot sauce, chipotle chili powder, salt and black pepper.
13
Puree on high until smooth and creamy.
14
Pour into an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
15
For the assembly of the lamb gyros: Spread a thin layer of spicy tzatziki on a slice of pita bread and then layer on cucumber, tomato, pepper, onion, avocado, feta cheese, and lamb.
16
Garnish with fresh parsley or dill and enjoy immediately.

2447

kcal

Calories

183

Fat

Carbs

181

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds Boneless Leg Of Lamb, ⅓ cups Olive Oil, 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice, 1 Tablespoon Freshly Chopped Rosemary, and more.

Yes, Lamb Gyros with Spicy Tzatziki falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Lamb Gyros with Spicy Tzatziki

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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