Gyro

Gyro is a classic Greek dish featuring seasoned meat—typically a blend of lamb, beef, or chicken—slow-roasted on a vertical spit and thinly sliced. The meat is traditionally served in a warm pita wrap with fresh tomatoes, onions, and a generous dollop of creamy tzatziki sauce. It originated in Greece and has become a beloved street food staple across the Mediterranean and around the world.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Gyro is a high-protein meal, with the meat providing a substantial amount of protein, while the pita bread and tzatziki add some carbohydrates and fats. A typical gyro wrap contains roughly 500-700 calories, offering key nutrients like iron, B vitamins, and calcium from the yogurt-based sauce.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	22 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	980 mg
Iron	3.2 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Vitamin B12	1.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	5.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Zinc	4.1 mg
Phosphorus	210 mg
Selenium	22 mcg

Per 1 sandwich (approximately 220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The word 'gyro' comes from the Greek word for 'turn,' referring to the rotating vertical spit used to cook the meat. Nutritionally, the traditional preparation allows excess fat to drip away from the meat during cooking, and the tzatziki sauce adds probiotics and a cooling contrast to the savory flavors.