Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 whole wheat pita breads
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup tzatziki sauce
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Cooking Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, harissa paste, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lamb mixture and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- While the lamb is cooking, warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or toaster until soft and pliable.
- To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce on each pita.
- Divide the cooked lamb evenly among the pitas, placing it on top of the tzatziki.
- Top with cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Fold the pitas in half and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 550 kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 900mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 900IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 4mg
Note: The nutritional information is estimated based on ingredient availability and portion sizes. For exact values, please consult a nutritionist.