Vegan Gyros
Vegan gyros made with shredded tofu instead of chicken! These Mediterranean wraps are quick, easy, and loaded with flavor.
Servings 4 serves
Calories 358kcal
Ingredients
Shredded Tofu 'Chicken'
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 21 oz extra-firm tofu (600 g); drained and optionally pressed
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt for tofu (approx. 1½ g)
- black pepper freshly ground; to taste
Tzatziki
- ½ cup Greek yogurt plant-based
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely chopped (approx. 2 g)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint finely chopped (approx. 2 g)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (juice of ½ lemon; approx. 15 ml)
- ½ small English cucumber grated and squeezed (approx. 115 g)
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt for tzatziki (approx. 0.7 g)
Toppings
- 2 medium tomatoes sliced (approx. 200 g each)
- ½ medium red onion sliced (approx. 75 g)
- ½ medium cucumber sliced (approx. 115 g)
- 8 leaves lettuce leaf or romaine
- 4 pita bread warmed; 6‑inch rounds
Instructions
Shredded Tofu 'Chicken'
- (Optional) Press the tofu for 10–20 minutes: wrap in paper towels and weigh down with a cutting board and heavy objects.
- Shred the tofu using a box grater. Transfer to a medium bowl and toss with soy sauce, oregano, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the tofu and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5–10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Tzatziki
- Finely grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Finely chop the dill and mint. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, cucumber, herbs, lemon juice, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Toppings
- Slice the tomatoes, red onion, and remaining cucumber.
- Warm the pita breads in a dry skillet or under the broiler for 1–2 minutes per side.
- To serve, spread about 2 tbsp tzatziki down the center of each pita. Top with shredded tofu, tomatoes, onion, cucumber slices, and lettuce leaves. Fold and enjoy immediately!
Video
Notes
This recipe is a slight variation of my friend Sarah Brown's viral recipe video - check out the original here on Instagram @sezzy.brown.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 916mg | Potassium: 632mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 707IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 162mg | Iron: 4mg