Easy Greek-Style Gyros

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F on the convection setting.
2. 2Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, grated red onion, mashed garlic, cumin, dried dill, dried oregano, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Mix with your hands until the seasonings are fully incorporated.
3. 3Step 3: Grease the vertical spit with olive oil.
4. 4Step 4: Divide the meat into three even-sized balls and place them onto the spit, pressing them together.
5. 5Step 5: Place a piece of foil on top of the meat.
6. 6Step 6: Transfer the spit to the lower rack of the oven and bake for 45 minutes.
7. 7Step 7: Remove from the oven, baste with the juices, then return to the oven for another 40-45 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
8. 8Step 8: Remove from the oven and let cool for 20 minutes before slicing.
9. 9Step 9: While the meat rests, prepare the tzatziki: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped Persian cucumbers, mashed garlic, lemon juice, fresh mint, dried dill, and kosher salt. Mix well.
10. 10Step 10: Taste and adjust seasonings, then refrigerate for 20 minutes to set.
11. 11Step 11: Before serving, warm the pita breads according to your preferred method and lay them out on a cutting board.
12. 12Step 12: Spread a dollop of tzatziki on each pita, then layer with the gyro meat.
13. 13Step 13: Wash and chop the baby tomatoes and add them on top of the meat.
14. 14Step 14: Add the chopped parsley, crumbled feta, and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
15. 15Step 15: Serve immediately.