Gyro Loaf With Tsatziki Sauce

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Delicious Gyro Loaf with Tsatziki Sauce
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb ground lamb
1 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon oregano
1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
3/4 tablespoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon allspice
1 cup sour cream
1 medium cucumber , grated & squeezed dry
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon parsley
1/4 teaspoon dill

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
650
Sugar
2g
Fat
59g
Gyro is a Greek dish made of meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie, typically seasoned with spices like oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. But in this recipe, we're making a gyro loaf using a mixture of ground lamb and beef, spiced with oregano, thyme, garlic powder, cinnamon, allspice, and more. The loaf is baked in the oven until it's fully cooked, and the slices are topped with a creamy tsatziki sauce made with sour cream, grated cucumber, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and dill.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the ground lamb, ground beef, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, ground pepper, thyme, salt, cinnamon, and allspice until well combined.
2.Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (180 degree C).
3.Press the meat mixture into a loaf pan and bake for 45 minutes.
4.While the loaf is baking, prepare the tsatziki sauce by mixing together the sour cream, grated cucumber, garlic powder, salt, parsley, and dill.
5.Once the loaf is fully cooked, remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes to cool.
6.Serve the slices of the gyro loaf with a spoonful of tsatziki sauce on top.

PROS

This gyro loaf with tsatziki sauce is an easy-to-make, flavorful dish that’s perfect for a family dinner or a party.

The tsatziki sauce adds a tangy, refreshing flavor that complements the gyro loaf nicely.

The mix of lamb and beef in the loaf creates a unique taste that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

CONS

This dish is high in fat and calories due to the lamb and beef used in the recipe.

It is recommended to eat in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although high in fat and calories, the lamb and beef in this dish are excellent sources of protein. Protein is an essential nutrient that promotes muscle growth and repair, aids in wound healing, and helps to keep you full.
Additionally, the cucumber in the tsatziki sauce is a good source of vitamin K, which can support bone health and blood clotting.

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