Mediterranean Tacos

                                       🌮 Mediterranean Tacos 🌮

• Prep Time: 35 minutes (including marinating time)
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 47 minutes
• Servings: 4

📝 Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or lamb, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 8 small flour tortillas
• Tzatziki sauce, for serving
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
• Fresh parsley, for garnish
• Lemon wedges, for serving

📝 Method

1. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the sliced chicken or lamb to the marinade and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours for more flavor.
3. Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the chicken or lamb from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and grill or cook in the skillet for about 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through.
5. Remove the chicken or lamb from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.
6. Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave them until soft and pliable.
7. To assemble the tacos, place some sliced chicken or lamb onto each tortilla.
8. Top with tzatziki sauce, crumbled feta cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped Kalamata olives, and fresh parsley.
9. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the toppings.
10. Serve the Mediterranean Tacos with lemon wedges on the side.

💡 Expert Tips

• If using chicken, you can also use chicken thighs for added juiciness.
• For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some za'atar seasoning on the chicken or lamb before grilling.
• Warm the tortillas directly on the grill or stovetop for a smoky flavor.

📌 Important Facts

• Mediterranean Tacos combine the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean region with the convenience of tacos.
• Tzatziki sauce, made with yogurt, cucumbers, and herbs, adds a refreshing element to the tacos.
• The toppings like feta cheese, tomatoes, and Kalamata olives provide a tangy and savory taste.

Enjoy your Mediterranean Tacos! 🌿🌮