Calories in lamb gyros
A typical serving of lamb gyros provides about 538 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 unit (250 g)
Calories
538kcal
Protein
37g
Carbs
41.3g
Fat
25.5g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 215 kcal |
| Protein | 14.8 g |
| Carbs | 16.5 g |
| Fat | 10.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.1 g |
| Fiber | 1.1 g |
| Sugars | 1.8 g |
| Sodium | 540 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
Lamb meat roasted on a vertical spit, served in pita bread with tomato, onion, and tzatziki sauce.
Nutritional benefits
- Rich in highly bioavailable iron
- Contains vitamin B12 and zinc
- The yogurt in the sauce provides probiotics
How to prepare it
- 1.Roast the meat slowly so the fat can drain off
- 2.Use whole wheat pita bread if possible
- 3.Add plenty of red onion and tomato for freshness
Lighter alternatives
Chicken gyros
Much leaner meat than lamb
Vegetable souvlaki
Eliminates saturated fats from meat
Gyros platter (no bread)
Reduces refined carbohydrate intake
Healthy tip
Ask for extra tzatziki (yogurt and cucumber) instead of commercial spicy sauces.
Frequently asked questions
What meat is typically used?
It is often a seasoned mixture of minced lamb and beef.
Is it the same as a kebab?
They are similar; gyros is the Greek version and kebab is Turkish.
Is it very fatty?
Lamb is a fatty meat, making this a high-energy food choice.
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