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.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 15 mins

Total Time: 30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces ground sirloin
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 pitas
• 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

Steps

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!