Description
These Vegetarian Gyros are packed with flavor, featuring a hearty filling of roasted chickpeas and mushrooms (or grilled halloumi), fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki sauce—all wrapped in soft pita bread. A perfect quick and healthy meal!
Ingredients
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For the Gyro Filling:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (150g) mushrooms, sliced (or substitute 8 oz grilled halloumi)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For the Tzatziki Sauce:
- 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Assembling:
- 4 pita breads or flatbreads
- 1 cup (100g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup (75g) cucumber slices
- 1/4 cup (50g) feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Fresh parsley or lettuce for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Gyro Filling:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss chickpeas and mushrooms with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Spread evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Make the Tzatziki Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Assemble the Gyros:
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Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet or oven for a minute to make it pliable.
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Fill each pita with roasted chickpeas and mushrooms (or grilled halloumi).
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Top with tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, and feta cheese (if using).
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Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and sprinkle with fresh parsley or lettuce.
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Fold and enjoy! Serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap mushrooms for grilled eggplant or falafel for another variation.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt for the tzatziki and omit the feta.
- Serve with Greek fries or a side salad for a complete meal.