Description
Elevate your mealtime with Greek Steak Gyros, a quick and delicious dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Greece to your table. This recipe features marinated flank steak grilled to perfection, nestled in warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. Whether you’re hosting a casual weeknight dinner or entertaining guests, these gyros are sure to impress everyone. With the ability to customize toppings and sauces, you can create a meal that’s perfect for any occasion—making it an ideal go-to recipe for busy families or culinary enthusiasts alike.
Ingredients
- 1 pound flank 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
- 4 large pita bread
- Fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion (for assembly)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, red apple vinegar, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Add the flank steak and coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove steak from marinade and grill for about 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness is reached.
- Let the steak rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.
- Prepare tzatziki sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and a pinch of salt.
- Warm pita bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes.
- Assemble each gyro by layering sliced steak, diced tomatoes, chopped cucumber, red onion, and tzatziki sauce on pita bread. Wrap and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 gyro (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor variations, consider experimenting with additional toppings like olives or roasted peppers. If you prefer chicken over steak, simply adjust the marinade time accordingly.