Keto Halloumi Gyro Lettuce Wraps with Tzatziki

About This Recipe

All the gyro vibes without the pita—crispy, golden halloumi tucked into crunchy lettuce and finished with a zesty, creamy lemon-tzatziki. Ready in 20 minutes, this high-protein vegetarian lunch is satisfying, low-carb, and perfect for busy days.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Serves: 2 (about 6 wraps)
• Category: Lunch
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the wraps

• 8 oz halloumi cheese, patted dry and cut into 8–10 batons
• 1 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil) for searing
• 6 large butter lettuce leaves (or romaine hearts)
• 1/2 English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano or a pinch of sumac
• Lemon wedges, for serving
• Optional: thinly sliced red onion, chopped cherry tomatoes

For the lemon-tzatziki

• 1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
• 1 small garlic clove, minced
• 1–2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, plus a little zest
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)
• 1/4 tsp sea salt, plus black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Sear the halloumi: Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add halloumi and cook 2–3 minutes per side until deeply golden and crisp. Transfer to a plate.
2. Make the tzatziki: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber (squeezed dry), garlic, lemon juice/zest, dill, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy; adjust lemon and salt to taste.
3. Assemble the wraps: Lay out 6 lettuce leaves. Divide crispy halloumi among the leaves.
4. Top and drizzle: Add sliced cucumber and olives, then spoon over lemon-tzatziki.
5. Finish and serve: Sprinkle oregano or sumac, add a squeeze of lemon, and enjoy immediately while the halloumi is hot.

Keto Focus

These wraps swap pita for lettuce, keeping carbs ultra-low while halloumi, olive oil, and full-fat yogurt provide satisfying fats and protein. No grains, no added sugar—just Mediterranean flavors. Approximately 7g net carbs per serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 470
• Protein: 26g
• Fat: 39g
• Total Carbs: 8.5g
• Fiber: 1.5g
• Net Carbs: 7g

Tips & Variations

• Add gyro spice: Dust halloumi with oregano, garlic powder, and a pinch of cumin before searing.
• Extra veg: Add sliced bell pepper or a few cherry tomato halves (fits most keto macros in moderation).
• Different greens: Use romaine hearts or cabbage leaves if butter lettuce isn’t available.
• Make it dairy-free: Swap halloumi for grilled chicken thigh and use dairy-free coconut yogurt for the sauce.
• Meal prep tip: Keep components separate; re-crisp halloumi in a dry skillet for 1–2 minutes before assembling.

Storage & Meal Prep

• Store tzatziki in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Cooked halloumi keeps 3–4 days; reheat in a skillet to regain crisp edges.
• Assemble wraps just before eating to keep lettuce crunchy.

Serving Ideas

• Pair with cauliflower tabbouleh or a simple cucumber-tomato-dill salad.
• Add a side of marinated olives or pepperoncini for extra zing.