Greek Smashed Pita

This Greek smashed pita combines the best of a gyro and a smashburger with seasoned ground sirloin, crisp salad, feta, and tzatziki tucked into a warm pita.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Entree, Lunch, Sandwich

Cuisine: Greek

Calories: 506

Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients

12 ounces ground sirloin
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 pita flatbreads
1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
1 Tablespoon chopped parsley
1 Tablespoon chopped dill
2 Tablespoons pepperoncini pepper slices
3 Tablespoons thinly sliced and chopped red onion
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup tzatziki sauce
1 roma tomato, thinly sliced

Method

Gather all ingredients.
Combine ground sirloin with garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper and mix until well incorporated.
Divide mixture evenly into 4 portions. Press each portion onto the top of 1 pita; press and spread meat almost to the edges.
Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until hot. Place pita meat-side down in skillet. Press pita down with the back of a spatula so that meat stays thin while it cooks. Cook, undisturbed, until browned and meat easily releases from the pan, about 3 minutes. Flip and cook 1 more minute. Repeat with remaining pitas.
Toss lettuce, parsley, dill, pepperoncini, red onion, feta, lemon juice, and tzatziki together in a bowl until well combined.
Divide salad mixture among pitas and top evenly with tomato slices. Fold in half and serve immediately.
Enjoy!