Description
Gyro Pizza with a Tzatziki Drizzle is a delicious fusion of classic Greek flavors and pizza comfort. Imagine savoring warm pita bread topped with savory ground lamb or beef, fresh vegetables, and a creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, guaranteed to impress your guests and leave them asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Pita Bread
- 1 lb Ground Lamb or Beef
- 1 small Onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium Tomato, diced
- 1 small Cucumber, grated
- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- 2 tbsp Fresh Dill or Mint, chopped
- Juice of 1 Lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- ½ tsp Cumin
Instructions
- Make the Tzatziki Sauce: Grate the cucumber, sprinkle with salt, and let it drain for 10 minutes. In a bowl, mix the cucumber with Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, and dill until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prepare the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground lamb or beef until browned (about 8-10 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
- Assemble the Pizza: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the meat mixture evenly over each pita bread. Top with sliced onions and diced tomatoes.
- Bake: Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until heated through and crispy.
- Serve: Drizzle generously with tzatziki sauce before serving hot. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pita pizza (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg