Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa

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Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa by Alison's AllspiceIt’s official, I’m obsessed with all things gyro!  I absolutely love the explosion of flavors, especially the tzatziki.  I remember the first gyro I ever had at a sandwich shop in college.  The sandwich maker asked if I wanted to add the tzatziki, and I didn’t know what it was at the time.  He explained that it’s a creamy sauce that you will either love or hate.  Well,  I loved it, needless to say.  My husband loves tacos, so these tempeh gyro tacos with cucumber salsa were a success!

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Variations on the Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa recipe:

  1. Not everyone loves tempeh, like me, so try your favorite protein in this taco. I have used chickpeas with the marinade with amazing success as well!
  2. Use a vegan yogurt alternative to make these tacos dairy-free.  Try corn tortillas to make them gluten free.
  3. Dried dill will also work in a pinch.  Try 1 tsp in place of the fresh dill.
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Tempeh Gyro Tacos with Cucumber Salsa

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Take a fresh new look at vegetarian gyros with my tempeh gyro tacos with cucumber salsa recipe! Full of flavor, and perfect for you next meatless meal!

  • Author: Alison's Allspice
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Yield: 6 tacos
  • Category: Main
  • Cuisine: Mexican Greek

Ingredients

  • 8 oz block tempeh, sliced
  • Splash olive oil
  • 6 6-in whole wheat tortillas

Tempeh Marinade

  • 1/2 tsp oregano, rosemary, onion powder, and garlic powder, each
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, salt and black pepper, each
  • 1 TBS lemon juice, tomato paste, low sodium tamari sauce, and sesame oil, each

Tzatziki Sauce

  • 6 oz non-fat greek yogurt
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 TBS fresh dill, minced
  • 2 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp salt and black pepper, each

Cucumber Salsa

  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 roma tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients for the tempeh marinade. Toss with tempeh slices and let sit for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, combine all ingredients for the tzatziki sauce in a small bowl, and all ingredients for the cucumber salsa in another small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large skillet. Add tempeh slices to the skillet so that they all have contact with the skillet’s surface. Cook in batches if necessary. Cook tempeh until golden brown and starting to crisp.
  4. To prepare tacos, spread about 1 TBS tzatziki sauce over each of the tortillas. Top with tempeh strips, cucumber salsa, and another drizzle of tzatziki. Serve.

Recipe adapted from my Tempeh Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki  recipe.

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