Lamb Pitas with Cucumbers and Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Lamb Pitas with Cucumbers and Yogurt Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces whole-milk plain yogurt; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 medium garlic clove, minced; Finely grated zest of 1 medium lemon; Pinch cayenne pepper; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar; 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion; Kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half; 1 cup thinly sliced English cucumber rounds; 8 ounces sliced cooked lamb, warmed

Servings: persons

8 ounces whole-milk plain yogurt
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 medium garlic clove, minced
Finely grated zest of 1 medium lemon
Pinch cayenne pepper
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 (6-inch) pitas, cut in half
1 cup thinly sliced English cucumber rounds
8 ounces sliced cooked lamb, warmed

1
Combine all of the measured ingredients in a small bowl and season with salt and pepper; set aside.
2
Place the oil and vinegar in a medium, nonreactive bowl and whisk to combine.
3
Add the onions, season with salt and pepper, and stir to coat.
4
Set aside until the onions mellow in flavor, about 10 minutes.
5
Meanwhile, lightly toast the pitas and set aside.
6
When the onions are ready, add the cucumbers to the bowl and toss until coated with the vinaigrette.
7
Spread about 1 heaping tablespoon of the yogurt sauce inside each pita.
8
Place a quarter of the lamb and a quarter of the cucumber-onion mixture in each of the pitas.
9
Drizzle the desired amount of remaining sauce over the tops of each pita and serve.

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* 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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces whole-milk plain yogurt, 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Lamb Pitas with Cucumbers and Yogurt Sauce Recipe 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!