Turkey Gyro with Tzatziki Sauce
Gyros are a Greek dish traditionally served with lamb, beef, or pork over pita or flatbread then topped with tomato, onion, & yogurt sauce (Tzatziki). High in protein, whole grains, and loaded with veggies Gyro’s are an excellent lunch item. For vegetarians, be sure to try our Gyros served with veggie “meat”. Recipe: Servings 4
Turkey Filling
Ingredients
1 lb. ground Turkey
1 tsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. Herbs de Provence
1 pinch Kosher salt
1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
1. Combine All ingredients in a large skillet, incorporating dry ingredients evenly.
2. Cook over medium heat, stir occasionally until meat is browned.
Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients
1/2 cup Greek low-fat yogurt
½ cup cucumber, chopped
¼ cup red onion, slices, thin
1 tsp. Garlic, fresh, minced
1 tsp. Lemon juice
1 Tbsp Dill, fresh, chopped
½ tsp. black pepper
Instructions
1. Stir together all ingredients in bowl & whisk until combined.
2. Serve immediately or refrigerate until needed.
Assembly
1. Warm whole-grain pita bread and place on bottom of serving plate.
2. Spoon approximately 3 oz. turkey filling along center of bread.
3. Sprinkle evenly across meat, tomato & lettuce
4. Drizzle Tzatziki sauce evenly over the top.
5. Fold, place 2 picks on each end of Gyro and enjoy!
Chicken Shawarma
Shawarmas are a common Arab dish, made with a variety of meats including chicken, lamb, beef and veal, sliced thin. Meat is often well-seasoned, and served with a garlic sauce, and pickles. Shawarmas are a tasty twist to traditional wraps and sandwiches. Recipe: servings 4
Ingredients
1 lb. chicken breast, sliced
2 Tbsp shawarma seasoning
1 cup tomato, sliced
2 cups lettuce, chopped
1 can sliced pickles
4 whole-grain pita wraps, thin
Instructions
1. Over medium-heat, cook sliced chicken breast until internal temperature of 165 F is reached.
2. Evenly stir 2 tbsp shawarma seasoning in meat.
3. Heat pita wraps and place at the bottom of serving plate.
4. Layer chicken evenly over wrap. Top with ¼ cup tomato and lettuce.
5. Add few slices of pickle, fold, place a stick in the center, serve & enjoy!
Nutrition Tips
Tip: Turkey and Chicken are lean protein alternatives and contains fewer calories, saturated fat, and cholesterol than beef.
Tip: Use whole-grain pita breads and wraps. Whole grains contain more vitamins, minerals and fiber than refined white breads.
Tip: Using garlic, onions, and herbs such as dill add bold flavor without the need for added sodium (salt) which is linked to higher blood pressure.
Tip: Sandwiches and wraps are a great way to sneak in a variety of veggies. Aim for 2-3 cups of vegetables per day!
