Gyro Salad Recipe
Gyro meat, onion, egg, tomato, French fries, & pita bread, mozzarella cheese
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Ingredients
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Gyro Meat
Salad Components
Method
Prepare Gyro Meat
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb or beef, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- 2
Shape and Cook
Form the meat mixture into a loaf shape. Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and cook the meat for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked and browned on all sides. Alternatively, you can bake it in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.
- 3
Slice Meat
Once cooked, let the gyro meat rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
Assemble Salad
- 4
Prepare Base
In a large serving bowl, lay down a base of cooked French fries.
- 5
Add Vegetables
Top the fries with diced tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, and the sliced gyro meat.
- 6
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the salad.
- 7
Serve with Pita
Arrange the pita wedges around the salad for dipping or garnish.