Greek Gyros made easy and lighter at home with turkey!

Sometimes you just want something more fresh and light for dinner. These Turkey Gyros are just that! They are so delicious and easy to make. Everything you want in a Gyro, but made with turkey!

What you will need to make Turkey Gyros:

2 cloves garlic minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
pinch of salt and pepper
4 turkey breast cuts
6 Pita Bread
2 ripe tomatoes sliced
1/2 cup red onion diced

For the Tzatziki sauce:

1 cup plain yogurt
3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon white vinegar
squeeze of lemon juice
1 large cucumber peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1 green onion finely chopped
1 garlic clove minced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste

How to make Turkey Gyros:

Stir marinade ingredients together and add turkey breasts. (Let sit for at least 4 hours in the fridge, or preferably overnight.)
Cook turkey in a skillet on medium heat for 7-10 minutes or until browed on each side.
Warm pitas in the microwave.
Fill the warm pitas with the cooked sliced turkey.
Top with tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes and onions.

Can you make gyros with turkey?

Traditional gyros would use Lamb or Chicken, but for a healthier alternative we like to use turkey. Don’t knock it till you try it!

Are Turkey Gyros healthy?

Yes! Switching out your gyro meat for turkey breast is a more lean option than what you would typically use. Adding the vegetables on top creates a healthy and balanced meal.

Why do you marinate the turkey in this recipe?

By marinating the turkey, you create a more tender and juicy meat. The longer it marinates, the more tender it will be! Be careful not to over marinate…no longer than 24 hours.

Substitutes for turkey in this recipe:

We like to use turkey for a more lean option, but here are some other meat choices that would work great:

Lamb
Beef
Chicken

How to store Turkey Gyros:

Make sure to store your meat, veggies, and sauce separately in the fridge. The meat will stay good for up to 4 days in the fridge, and even longer in the freezer. When you are ready to enjoy more gyros just heat the meat, veggies, and pita then assemble your gyros.

Turkey Gyros

Gyros are traditionally made with lamb, beef, or pork, but we are making them with turkey. Add tomatoes, onion, and a yogurt sauce on pita bread for a delicious sandwich.

Author Kami | NoBiggie.net

Ingredients

For the Turkey Marinade:

2 cloves garlic minced
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 teaspoons dried oregano
salt and pepper

For the Gyros:

4 Butterball turkey breast cuts
6 Pita Bread
2 ripe tomatoes sliced
1/2 cup red onion diced

For The Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup plain yogurt
¾ cup sour cream
1 teaspoon white vinegar
lemon juice just a squeeze
1 large cucumber peeled, seeded and finely chopped
1 green onion finely chopped
1 garlic clove minced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Stir marinade ingredients together; cover the turkey for at least 4 hours in the fridge, or preferably overnight.
Cook turkey in a skillet on medium heat for 7-10 minutes or until done.
Warm pitas in the microwave. Fill the warm pitas with the cooked sliced turkey.
Top with turkey, tzatziki sauce, diced tomatoes and onions.

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