Jul 14 2026
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Gyros Salad Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Athens
Time45m
Serves4

Make Gyros Salad Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Salad Base

Gyro Meat

Tzatziki Sauce

Method

Prepare the Salad Base

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Wash and chop the romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice the cucumber and red onion thinly.

  2. 2

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese. Toss gently to mix.

Cook the Gyro Meat

  1. 3

    Prepare the Meat Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, minced garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.

  2. 4

    Cook the Meat

    Form the meat mixture into patties or use a skillet. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked to your liking.

Make the Tzatziki Sauce

  1. 5

    Prepare the Sauce

    Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture. In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, dill, and salt until well combined.

Assemble the Gyros Salad

  1. 6

    Combine Everything

    Slice the cooked gyro meat and place it on top of the salad base. Drizzle with tzatziki sauce and serve immediately.

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