Get ready to bring a taste of Greece into your home with this delicious Greek Gyros with Tzatziki recipe! The first time I tried gyros, I was instantly hooked—there’s just something about that perfectly seasoned meat, wrapped in a soft, warm pita, and topped with fresh, crunchy veggies that hits all the right notes. And don’t even get me started on the tzatziki sauce! That creamy, tangy goodness made from Greek yogurt, cucumber, and garlic is what really pulls everything together. Whether you’re planning a cozy dinner with friends or just want to treat yourself to something special, this recipe will make you feel like you’ve been transported straight to a bustling street in Athens.
What I love about making gyros at home is that you can really make it your own. I usually go for chicken, but you can easily swap it out for pork or lamb, depending on what you’re in the mood for. The meat marinates in a blend of spices that fills your kitchen with an amazing aroma, and once it’s cooked, you just pile it into a pita, add your favorite veggies, and drizzle on that homemade tzatziki. Trust me, once you try this, it’ll quickly become one of your go-to recipes whenever you’re craving something flavorful and satisfying.
Greek Gyros with Tzatziki
Lamb gyros inspired by Greek adventures! This recipe is perfect for a fun family dinner, it’s simple, it’s quick and it feeds a crowd. And when you’re thinking Greek, there always has to be enough food to feed a gathering. This recipe uses Flavor Seed’s It’s Greek to Me, a beautiful blend of herbaceous and savory taste with just a hint of cinnamon.
Ingredients
Lamb
- 2 1/2 lb. boneless and butterflied leg of lamb opened flat, about 1” think
- 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon
- ¼ - ½ cup It’s Greek to Me seasoning
Tzatziki
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 8 ounces Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon It’s Greek to Me seasoning
Assembly
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 red onions, sliced
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 1 tablespoons It’s Greek to Me seasoning
- 1-2 pitas per person, warmed slightly
- Spinach or desired lettuce, chopped or torn if needed
- 1 tomato, chopped
- Feta cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450° F or grill to 375° F. Lay lamb flat on a sheet tray and drizzle both sides with olive oil. Squeeze a half of lemon on each side and then evenly distribute the ¼ - ½ cup Flavor Seed’s It’s Greek to Me seasoning. Press all the flavor into the meat.
- If using an oven, place sheet tray directly into the oven. If using a grill place grilled meat directly on the grill. Roast of grill for ~30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145° F.
- To make the tzatziki sauce, blend cucumber, lemon juice, Greek yogurt and Flavor Seed’s It’s Greek to Me seasoning.
- Heat remaining olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat and sauté onions and peppers until wilted slightly and translucent. Season with Flavor Seed’s It’s Greek to Me seasoning.
- To assemble gyros, layer lamb, onions and pepper, lettuce, tomato and feta. Drizzle with tzatziki and serve.
