Greek Beef Wraps with Dill Feta Sauce
🥙 Ingredients
For the Beef Filling:
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500g ground beef
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2 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp paprika
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½ tsp cumin
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Salt & black pepper to taste
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1 tbsp olive oil
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½ small red onion (thinly sliced)
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1 small tomato (chopped)
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½ cucumber (sliced)
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Fresh parsley (optional)
For the Dill Feta Sauce:
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½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
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½ cup Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped)
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small garlic clove (minced)
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Salt & pepper (to taste)
For Assembly:
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4 pita breads or flatbreads
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Extra lettuce or cabbage (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Cook the Beef:
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
Add garlic, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook 2–3 more minutes. Remove from heat. -
Make the Dill Feta Sauce:
In a bowl, mash feta slightly. Mix in Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy. -
Warm the Pita:
Lightly toast or warm the pita bread in a dry pan for 30 seconds per side. -
Assemble the Wraps:
Spread dill feta sauce on the pita.
Add cooked beef, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, and parsley.
Fold and wrap tightly. -
Serve:
Serve immediately with fries, salad, or roasted potatoes.
❓ Q & A
Q1: Can I use chicken instead of beef?
Yes! Ground chicken or even grilled chicken strips work great.
Q2: How do I make it healthier?
Use lean beef, whole wheat pita, and low-fat feta/yogurt.
Q3: Can I make the sauce ahead of time?
Yes, store in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Q4: What can I add for extra flavor?
Try olives, pickled onions, or a drizzle of hot sauce.
Q5: Can I make this low-carb?
Yes, serve in lettuce wraps instead of pita.
