One-Pot Greek Gyro Pasta Bake (Print Version)
Greek-inspired pasta with spiced lamb, feta, olives, and creamy tzatziki baked in one pot to golden perfection.
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta Base
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300 g penne pasta
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400 g ground lamb
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Sauce & Mix-Ins
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200 ml Greek yogurt
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100 ml milk
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Juice of ½ lemon
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1 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
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200 g cherry tomatoes, halved
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80 g sliced black olives
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120 g crumbled feta cheese
→ Topping
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Extra feta cheese or shredded mozzarella
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Fresh parsley (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat the oven to 190°C.
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In a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened. Add the ground lamb, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook until the lamb is well browned.
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Boil penne pasta in salted water for 6 minutes, so it is slightly undercooked. Drain and set aside.
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In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, milk, lemon juice, grated and drained cucumber, chopped dill, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth.
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Add the par-cooked penne, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced black olives, and crumbled feta to the lamb mixture. Pour in the prepared sauce and toss everything until evenly coated. Top with extra feta or shredded mozzarella.
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Transfer the skillet or pot to the oven and bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbling.
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Garnish with fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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Ground beef or turkey can be used as a substitute for lamb.
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For added greens, stir in chopped spinach or kale before baking.
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For extra tang, drizzle with lemon juice just before serving.