Flavorful Vegan Gyros: A Delicious and Hearty Meal

Cooking Time:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings:

• Serves 4

These Flavorful Vegan Gyros are a delicious and hearty meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Filled with seasoned seitan or mushrooms, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tzatziki sauce, these gyros are sure to satisfy your cravings. Let’s dive into the recipe and create this mouthwatering dish!

Ingredients:

For the Gyros:

• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 package (8 ounces) of seitan or 2 cups of sliced mushrooms (such as portobello or oyster)
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Tzatziki Sauce:

• 1 cup of plain vegan yogurt
• 1/2 cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Assembling:

• 4 large pita breads or flatbreads (use gluten-free if needed)
• 1 cup of shredded lettuce
• 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)

For Serving:

• Lemon wedges

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce

1. In a medium bowl, combine the vegan yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix well and adjust the seasoning to taste. Set aside in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the gyros.

Step 2: Cook the Seitan or Mushrooms

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the thinly sliced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the seitan or sliced mushrooms, dried oregano, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, salt, and pepper.
5. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the seitan or mushrooms are browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the Gyros

1. Warm the pita breads or flatbreads in a dry skillet or in the oven.
2. Spread a generous amount of tzatziki sauce on each pita bread.
3. Layer the cooked seitan or mushrooms, shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion on top.
4. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

1. Serve the vegan gyros immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
2. Enjoy this flavorful and hearty meal!

Tips and Variations:

• Different Proteins: Substitute seitan with tofu or tempeh for a different protein source.
• Extra Veggies: Add some sliced bell peppers, cucumbers, or olives for additional flavor and texture.
• Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seitan or mushroom mixture for some heat.

These Flavorful Vegan Gyros are a wonderful way to enjoy a hearty and satisfying meal that’s packed with flavor. Perfect for any occasion, these gyros are sure to impress with their rich and savory taste. Enjoy this delightful dish with family and friends. Happy cooking!