Name: Greek Smashed Pita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Greek
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

Greek Smashed Pita

This Greek smashed pita is like a cross between a beloved smashburger and a delicious gyros. Greek-seasoned ground sirloin, topped with salad and tzatziki, are folded inside a lightly toasted pita for a savory handheld lunch.

30 min total 15 min prep 15 min cook 4 505 cal

Instructions

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1 Gather all ingredients.
2 Combine meat with garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper and mix until well incorporated.
3 Divide mixture evenly into 4 portions. Press each portion onto the top of 1 pita; press and spread meat almost to the edges.
4 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.
5 Toss lettuce, parsley, dill, pepperoncini, red onion, feta, lemon juice, and tzatziki together in a bowl until well combined.
6 Divide salad mixture among pitas and top evenly with tomato slices. Fold in half and serve immediately.
7 Enjoy!