Transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of Greece with our light and flavorful Greek lamb pita wraps. Made with Acabonac's pasture raised ground lamb, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, and paired with tangy tzatziki sauce, this dish is a celebration of Mediterranean flavors.
Our pita wraps are perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or a flavorful dinner. As a summer dinner, few things will compare to the flavors of vine ripened tomatoes and cucumbers pared with lamb.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb Acabonac Farms pasture raised ground lamb
- 4 pita bread rounds
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce:
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped oregano.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and stir well to combine.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Cook the Ground Lamb:
- In a skillet over medium heat, add the Acabonac Farms ground lamb and cook until it browns and becomes crumbly.
- Add minced garlic, lemon zest, and chopped oregano to the skillet, and continue cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and then set the cooked lamb aside.
Assemble the Lamb Pita Wraps:
- Warm the pita bread rounds in a toaster or on a skillet for a few seconds to make them more pliable.
- Spread a generous spoonful of the tzatziki sauce on each pita bread round – making a sort of taco.
- Top with a portion of the cooked ground lamb, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, diced cucumber and crumbled feta cheese.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and added freshness.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Fold the pita wraps in half or roll them up, securing the filling inside.
- Serve the Greek Lamb Pita Wraps immediately.
Enjoy the flavors of Greece with these Greek Lamb Pita Wraps made with our pasture raised ground lamb. Flavorful lamb, combined with the tangy tzatziki sauce and salty feta cheese, creates a flavorful foil to fresh summer cucumbers and tomatoes. Whether it's for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend gathering with friends, our pita wraps are sure to delight and transport you to the Greek isles.