Description
Make gyro bowls at home! A flavorful and easy Greek-inspired dish packed with protein and fresh veggies.
Ingredients
For the meat:
1 pound ground lamb or ground beef (or chicken)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground coriander
Salt and pepper to taste
For the tzatziki:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
½ cucumber, grated and drained
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Salt to taste
For the base and toppings:
2 cups cooked rice, couscous, or chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
1 cucumber, diced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup hummus (optional)
Kalamata olives (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground meat of your choice. As it begins to brown, add garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, coriander, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Continue to cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until fully cooked through and well-seasoned. Set aside and keep warm.
Make the Tzatziki: While the meat is cooking, grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean towel or paper towel. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped dill, and a pinch of salt. Mix until creamy and refrigerate until ready to use.
Prepare the Base: If using rice or couscous, cook it according to package instructions. If opting for a lighter version, wash and chop romaine lettuce and set aside.
Chop the Veggies: Dice the tomatoes and cucumbers, slice the red onion, and crumble the feta cheese if not pre-crumbled. Gather olives and hummus if using.
Assemble the Bowls: Start with your base—rice, couscous, or lettuce. Add a generous scoop of the spiced meat. Top with diced tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, feta cheese, and a dollop of tzatziki. Add olives or hummus for extra flavor if desired.
Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm. These bowls can be enjoyed immediately or packed up for a meal later.
Notes
Overcooking the meat can make it dry. Keep it juicy by cooking just until done.
Using watery tzatziki will make the bowls soggy. Drain the cucumber thoroughly.
Forgetting to season each layer (especially the base) can lead to bland bowls.
Assembling too far in advance can cause the vegetables to wilt and lose crunch.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: DINNER
- Cuisine: AMERICAIN
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 580
