Mediterranean Diet Friendly Paleo Greek Lamb Gyros

Total time1 hr 5 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time15 min

Mediterranean Diet Friendly Paleo Greek Lamb Gyros

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the tzatziki

1 medium cucumber
1 cup coconut yogurt, plain unsweetened
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2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
¼ tsp salt

For the lamb

1 ½ lb ground lamb
Chef's tip
Ground chicken is often leaner than ground lamb and can dry out more quickly. When browning it, add a little oil if needed and keep the pan juices unless the recipe says to drain them. Cook just until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp ground coriander
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil

For serving

8 large butter lettuce leaves
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ medium red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Make the tzatziki: Grate the cucumber on the large holes of a box grater, then transfer to a fine-mesh strainer set over a bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, toss to combine, and let drain for 30 minutes. Squeeze the cucumber firmly in your hands to remove as much liquid as possible.
2
In a mixing bowl, stir together the coconut yogurt, drained cucumber, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt until combined. Taste and adjust seasoning, then refrigerate until ready to serve.

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