Best 3 Our Clean Eating Gyros Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey to savor the delectable flavors of our clean eating gyros. This dish tantalizes the taste buds with its tender, succulent meat, crisp, refreshing vegetables, and tangy, aromatic tzatziki sauce. Prepare to indulge in a satisfying and wholesome meal that nourishes your body and soul.

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CHICKEN GYROS RECIPE BY TASTY

Chicken Gyros Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken thighs, large yellow onion, wooden skewer, greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, garlic, coriander powder, paprika, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, black pepper, large cucumber, greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, fresh dill, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, pita breads, onion, tomato

Provided by Mike Price

Categories Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

Ingredients

2 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, pounded flat
½ large yellow onion, peeled and root side removed
1 wooden skewer, sturdy, roughly 10 inches (25 cm)
2 cups greek yogurt
¼ cup lemon juice
¾ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon coriander powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 large cucumber, shredded
2 cups greek yogurt
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
8 pita breads
onion, sliced
tomato, sliced

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine marinade ingredients and stir well.
On a cutting board, place a piece of plastic wrap over the chicken thighs and pound until about ½ inch (1 cm) thick with a meat mallet, rolling pin, or heavy pan.
In another large bowl or gallon plastic bag, combine chicken thighs and marinade, stirring well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour and up to one day.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Shred the cucumber, be sure to squeeze out any excess liquid.
In a medium bowl, combine tzatziki ingredients and stir well. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
On a baking sheet or a large cast-iron skillet, use the onion half as a base and position the skewer vertically like a spit. Skewer the chicken thighs individually, rotating each one 90 degrees.
Bake for 1.5 to 2 hours, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let cool for 10 minutes.
Carve off slices of chicken to fill a pita. Top with onion slices, tomato slices, and tzatziki sauce.
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 44 grams, Sugar 18 grams

OUR CLEAN EATING GYROS

Our Clean Eating Gyros image

Since we're strict clean eaters, and huge lovers of Greek food, here is our clean eating version of Gyros. If you like this, great! If not, it was developed for our tastes afterall... ;) ->Prep time doesn't include refrigeration.

Provided by TattooedMamaof2

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 lb ground turkey
2 teaspoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 egg, well beaten
1 1/2 cups low-fat plain yogurt, drained
1/3 cup nonfat sour cream
1 cucumber, peeled grated & squeezed
3 garlic cloves, pressed
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon dry dill weed
6 pita bread
1 tomatoes, diced
1 red onion, diced
lettuce, to serve

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and egg, add turkey and mix well. Press into a greased loaf pan. Bake for 60 minutes or until done. Let cool completely. I place it in the fridge for an hour or so.
Meanwhile, stir your yogurt, sour cream, cucumber, garlic cloves, vinegar and dill together, and set in fridge until loaf is done.
Once your meatloaf is cool, slice thinly and lay pieces on a plate for reheating. Place in microwave and heat until warm.
This is how we like them: Smear some tzatziki over the whole pita. Lay down lettuce to cover, add meat, then tomato and onion on top.

TOFU GYROS

Tofu Gyros image

Greek gyros, traditionally made from lamb, receive a makeover in tofu! These are a favorite in our house. So easy and a great combination of flavors. Though I love the cucumber sauce, plain yogurt would do. (Actually pronounced "year-oh" :-) ) Also good leftover for a lunch box, just wrap the assembled sandwich in wax paper.

Provided by White Rose Child

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h30m

Yield 6-8 gyros, 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/2 lb extra firm tofu (slightly more than 1/2 a 450 g. package)
2 tablespoons tamari
1 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
1/8-1/4 teaspoon ground rosemary
1/4-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup firm silken tofu
1/2 cup cucumber, chopped & peeled
2 teaspoons flax seed oil or 2 teaspoons olive oil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt (or less)
2 -3 pinches ground black pepper
6 -8 whole wheat pita bread (8 inch)
3 cups romaine lettuce, finely torn
2 -3 plum tomatoes, sliced
4 green onions, sliced or 1 onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

Note: You can make the tofu strips chewier by freezing the tofu overnight and letting it thaw in the fridge. Be warned, thawing takes a couple of days. It will be different but definitely yummy either way.
Cut the tofu into 8 slices. Lay on a clean dishtowel and fold the other half of the towel over top, pressing gently to extract excess moisture. Then cut each slice in half lengthwise.
Mix the marinade ingredients (tamari to garlic) together.
Spread the tofu in a wide, shallow container and pour the marinade over. Use a fork to flip the slices around till all are evenly coated. They will soak up most of the marinade. Let sit, covered in the fridge, at least one hour or overnight.
To make the cucumber sauce, combine all ingredients in a food processor and process until fairly smooth, but still chunky. Adjust salt and pepper. Refrigerate.
A few minutes before serving, heat a large non-stick skillet over medium. When hot, add the tofu strips, letting them get golden-brown before turning. This doesn't take very long!
To serve: place 2 or 3 tofu strips across the middle of a pita, top with salad fixings, and add cucumber sauce to taste. Fold pita in half around the filling, pick up and eat like a taco!
Bon Appetit!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 455, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 1466.8, Carbohydrate 78.4, Fiber 12.6, Sugar 4.3, Protein 21.5

Tips:

Use lean cuts of meat for your gyros, such as chicken breast or flank steak. This will help to reduce the amount of saturated fat in the dish.
Marinate your meat in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs before cooking. This will help to tenderize the meat and give it a delicious flavor.
Cook your meat over high heat until it is browned on the outside and cooked through on the inside. This will help to prevent the meat from becoming dry and tough.
Use whole-wheat pita bread for your gyros. This will provide more fiber and nutrients than white bread.
Load your gyros up with fresh vegetables, such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and onions. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the dish.
Drizzle your gyros with a homemade tzatziki sauce. This sauce is made with yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill, and it adds a delicious tangy flavor to the dish.

Conclusion:

Clean eating gyros are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to get your daily dose of protein, vegetables, and whole grains. Clean eating gyros are also a good source of fiber, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied. If you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, clean eating gyros are a great option.