Description
Indulge in the flavors of Greece with these Greek Steak Gyros, an easy and delightful recipe that brings a taste of the Mediterranean right to your table. This dish features tender, marinated steak grilled to perfection and wrapped in soft pita bread, accompanied by fresh vegetables and creamy tzatziki sauce. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these gyros are not only delicious but also customizable to suit your preferences. Serve them with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound flank steak (or strip steak)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red apple vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 4 large pita bread
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Feta cheese, for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the steak: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the steak and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Preheat grill: Heat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- 3. Grill steak: Remove the steak from marinade (discard marinade) and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
- 4. Rest & slice: Let the grilled steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- 5. Prepare tzatziki: Mix Greek yogurt with lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
- 6. Warm pitas: Lightly grill or warm pita bread for about 1-2 minutes.
- 7. Assemble gyros: Layer sliced steak, diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and tzatziki sauce in each pita.
- 8. Serve immediately with optional feta cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (200g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg