⏱ 27 min total20-Minute Greek Gyros
Per 1 serving · 551 g · 15 ingredients
of a 2,000 cal day
- Protein55g25% of calories
- Carbs35g16% of calories
- Fat58g59% of calories
At a glance
One serving of 20-Minute Greek Gyros (551 g) has 878 calories, with 55 g of protein, 35 g of carbohydrates and 58 g of fat. Most of its energy comes from fat (59% of calories). It is high in protein (110% DV), Vitamin C (24% DV) and thiamine (32% DV). Keep an eye on sodium, saturated fat and cholesterol, which provide 65%, 107% and 56% of the daily value.
High in
20%+ of the daily value
- Protein110%
- Vitamin C24%
- Thiamine32%
- Riboflavin (B2)55%
- Niacin83%
- Vitamin B676%
Good source of
10–19% of the daily value
- Dietary fiber17%
- Vitamin E13%
- Vitamin K15%
- Folate (B9)19%
Watch
20%+ of the daily value
- Sodium65%
- Saturated fat107%
- Cholesterol56%
Ingredients
For one serving. Tap an ingredient to see its nutrition.
4 oz Ground lamb
¼ lb Ground beef
2 ½ cloves, minced Garlic
⅛ tsp Allspice
⅛ tsp Onion powder- 🥄½ tsp Salt
½ dash Black pepper
4 oz Greek yogurt
½ tbsp Lemon juice
½ tsp Dill
½ tbsp Olive oil
½ pita, large Whole wheat pita bread
½ large Onion
½ cup cherry tomatoes Cherry tomatoes
½ leaf, medium Iceberg lettuce
Directions
- 1
Combine ground lamb, beef, garlic, allspice, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well and shape into 12 small patties or 4-5 larger ones.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, and dill. Season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry patties for 3-4 minutes per side for smaller patties or 6 minutes per side for larger ones, until cooked to your liking.
- 4
Warm the pita bread. Assemble by layering with meat patties, sliced onions, tomatoes, and lettuce. Top with tzatziki sauce and serve immediately.
- 5
Enjoy your homemade Greek gyros!
Vitamins & minerals
Amounts for 1 serving (551 g). Bars show % of the daily value.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 38 μg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 21 mg | 24% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 μg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 2 mg | 13% |
| Vitamin K | 18 μg | 15% |
| Thiamine | 0.4 mg | 32% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 1 mg | 55% |
| Niacin | 13 mg | 83% |
| Vitamin B6 | 1 mg | 76% |
| Folate (B9) | 76 μg | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 | 6 μg | 246% |
| Pantothenic acid | 2 mg | 43% |
| Choline | 180 mg | 33% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 212 mg | 21% |
| Iron | 6 mg | 70% |
| Potassium | 1,109 mg | 24% |
| Magnesium | 97 mg | 23% |
| Phosphorus | 622 mg | 89% |
| Zinc | 10 mg | 91% |
| Copper | 0.4 mg | 43% |
| Manganese | 1 mg | 38% |
| Selenium | 65 μg | 118% |
Full breakdown · 43 more nutrients
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 2 g | — |
| Alpha Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 0.1 g | — |
| Alpha carotene | 75 μg | — |
| Arginine | 3 g | — |
| Aspartic acid | 4 g | — |
| Beta carotene | 349 μg | — |
| Caffeine | 0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.5 g | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0 g | — |
| Docosapentaenoic Acid (DPA) | 0 g | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0 g | — |
| Fluoride | 28 μg | — |
| Fructose | 2 g | — |
| Galactose | 1 g | — |
| Glucose | 3 g | — |
| Glutamic acid | 7 g | — |
| Glycine | 2 g | — |
| Histidine | 1 g | — |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.3 g | — |
| Isoleucine | 2 g | — |
| Lactose | 3 g | — |
| Leucine | 3 g | — |
| Lycopene | 1,917 μg | — |
| Lysine | 3 g | — |
| Maltose | 0 g | — |
| Methionine | 1 g | — |
| Monounsaturated fats | 26 g | — |
| Phenylalanine | 2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated fats | 4 g | — |
| Proline | 2 g | — |
| Retinol | 6 μg | — |
| Serine | 2 g | — |
| Starch | 0 g | — |
| Sucrose | 1 g | — |
| Theobromine | 0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 2 g | — |
| Total omega 3 | 0.1 g | — |
| Total omega 6 | 0 g | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.4 g | — |
| Tyrosine | 1 g | — |
| Valine | 2 g | — |
| Vitamin D2 | 0 μg | — |
| Vitamin D3 | 0.2 μg | — |
Burning 878 calories
Estimated for a 70 kg (154 lb) adult using MET values from the Compendium of Physical Activities.
- 167minWalking (3.5 mph)
- 105minCycling (moderate)
- 73minRunning (6 mph)
- 124minSwimming laps
Common questions
How many calories are in 20-Minute Greek Gyros?
One serving of 20-Minute Greek Gyros (1 serving) has 878 calories, which works out to 159 calories per 100 g. That is about 44% of a 2,000-calorie day.
Are 20-Minute Greek Gyros high in protein?
It provides a solid 55 g of protein per serving (110% of the 50 g daily value), but protein supplies only 25% of its calories, so it is not a protein-dense food. Foods where protein provides 30% or more of calories are generally considered protein-dense.
Are 20-Minute Greek Gyros keto-friendly?
It is hard to fit into a strict keto diet. One serving has 30 g of net carbs and 16% of its calories come from carbohydrates, while most keto plans cap net carbs at 20–50 g per day.
How much sodium is in 20-Minute Greek Gyros?
1496 mg per serving, which is high (20% or more of the 2,300 mg daily value).
How much sugar is in 20-Minute Greek Gyros?
9.4 g of total sugars per serving. Labels list total sugars, which include natural sugars from fruit and milk as well as any added sugars.
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