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Vegan Gyros

These vegan gyros feature seasoned baked seitan strips tucked into warm pita bread with fresh vegetables and a creamy dairy-free tzatziki. A satisfying Mediterranean-inspired vegan dinner that rivals any traditional version.

4.5
45 min
🍴4 servings
🔥415 cal
🔖Medium
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Spiced seitan strips served in warm pita with crisp vegetables and creamy vegan tzatziki for a stunning vegan dinner.

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Nutrition per serving

415Calories
24gProtein
52gCarbs
12gFat
6gFiber

Ingredients

4servings

main

spice

bread

sauce

toppings

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Instructions

1

Season the Seitan

In a bowl toss the thinly sliced seitan with oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. Let marinate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate.

2

Cook the Seitan

Heat a cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the seasoned seitan strips in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until they develop a slightly charred and crispy exterior. Do not overcrowd the pan.

3

Make Vegan Tzatziki if Needed

If making from scratch blend together drained vegan yogurt, grated cucumber squeezed of moisture, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, and salt until combined. Refrigerate until ready to use.

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4

Assemble and Serve

Warm pita breads in a dry pan or oven. Spread tzatziki generously on each pita. Layer with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, red onion, and the crispy seitan strips. Wrap tightly and serve immediately with extra tzatziki on the side.

Substitutions

seitanthinly sliced and marinated portobello mushrooms for a lighter gyro
store-bought vegan tzatzikiblended silken tofu with cucumber garlic and dill as a homemade alternative

Common mistakes

Overcrowding the pan when cooking seitan which causes steaming instead of getting a nice char
Not squeezing excess water from the cucumber in tzatziki which makes the sauce watery and thin
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