I’m just gonna say it. These lamb sliders are the perfect summer alternative to gyros.

They are almost meatball like, and as such, fit perfectly in homemade pitas.

It’s a perfect handheld bite. Especially when topped with homemade tzatziki and all the fresh vegetables.

And pickled onions. And pepperoncinis.

Ingredients:

2 lbs ground lamb

1 Tbsp minced fresh rosemary

1 Tbsp fresh minced italian parsley

1 small white onion, grated

3 garlic cloves, grated

1 Tbsp dried dill

1/2 Tbsp trader joes onion salt

1 tsp salt

1 egg

1/2 tsp ground black pepper

16 oz kefir yogurt (lebne)

1 cucumber, ends removed and grated, then strain in kitchen towel to remove liquid

juice of 1 lemon

1 Tbsp white wine vinegar

1 bunch dill, stems removed and chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

1 tsp honey

romaine lettuce, sliced

tomato, quartered and sliced

cucumber, sliced

pickled red onions

pepperonchinis

red onion, peeled, and sliced

1 cup water

1 cup apple cider vinegar

1 tsp salt

1 Tbsp sugar

homemade pita

Directions:

Bring vinegar, water, 1 tsp salt and 1 Tbsp sugar to a boil. Place sliced onions in a glass jar. Pour boiling liquid over onions. Set aside to quick pickle.

In a bowl, combine yogurt, grated cucumber, lemon juice, vinegar, fresh dill, 1 clove minced garlic, 1 tsp salt and honey. Let sit for flavors to develop.

In a large bowl, combine lamb, rosemary, parsley, grated onion and garlic, dried dill, onion salt, egg, 1 tsp salt, and black pepper. Use hands to combine and form small patties.

Preheat grill to medium high heat.

Grill patties until cooked through. About 7 minutes per side.

Assemble pita with tzatziki, patties, lettuce, cucumbers, and tomatoes. Top with pickled onions and pepperonchinis.