Gyro

Gyro is a classic Greek dish that brings together marinated meat, fresh vegetables, and tangy sauce wrapped in warm pita bread. This healthy version is grilled to perfection, offering a delicious balance of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Whole wheat pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1/2, sliced
• Red onion - 1/4, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine olive oil, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and add them to the marinade. Mix well and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken strips and grill for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until fully cooked.
4. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the toppings by slicing the tomato, cucumber, and red onion, and chopping the parsley.
5. Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
6. Warm the whole wheat pita bread on the grill for about 1 minute on each side.
7. To assemble the gyro, place grilled chicken on the warm pita, add sliced vegetables, and top with fresh parsley. You can also add extra Greek yogurt as a sauce if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and Greek yogurt, supporting muscle health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, promoting heart health.

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