Grilled Beef and Onion Flatbread is a simple yet bold dish that brings together smoky flavors, crisp textures, and savory toppings in every bite. It’s inspired by Middle Eastern and Mediterranean street food, where grilled meats and warm flatbreads are daily staples. This recipe is perfect for a casual lunch, easy dinner, or even as a shareable appetizer at a gathering.
The star of the dish is thinly sliced or ground beef, marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, cumin, and black pepper. The beef is grilled until charred and juicy, giving it that irresistible smoky flavor. At the same time, thick slices of onion are grilled until caramelized and slightly crisp on the edges. The two come together as a perfect pairing on a warm, soft flatbread base.
You can use store-bought naan, pita, or lavash as the flatbread, or go with homemade if you have the time. After grilling the meat and onions, layer them over the bread and top with fresh herbs like parsley or mint, a dollop of yogurt or tahini sauce, and perhaps a sprinkle of sumac or chili flakes for a little extra zing.
This flatbread is highly customizable. Add grilled peppers, cucumber slices, or even a handful of arugula if you want to bring in some fresh crunch. For cheese lovers, a bit of crumbled feta or shaved parmesan works beautifully.
Grilled Beef and Onion Flatbread is quick to assemble once the components are ready, and it’s a great way to elevate simple ingredients into something satisfying and full of flavor. Serve it sliced for easy sharing or folded over like a wrap for a more casual, on-the-go feel. Whether you enjoy it warm off the grill or at room temperature, it’s a dish that never disappoints.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef thinly sliced
- 1 onion large, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 flatbreads
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped fresh
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a large bowl, toss together beef, onion, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place beef and onion mixture on grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until beef is cooked to desired doneness and onions are tender.
- Remove beef and onions from grill and set aside.
- Grill flatbreads for about 1-2 minutes on each side, until lightly charred.
- Spread Greek yogurt evenly on each flatbread.
- Top with grilled beef and onions.
- Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
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This is like bruschetta but with beef? Confused how that works.
Grill it fast or it get rubbery. Perfect for BBQ tho!
Grill taste is 🔥🔥! Also, I added some cheese on top, really brings it up a notch!
Yum! I added some extra veggies and it was still great! Who needs fancy when you can grill beef like this? Congrats!
Grill beef? I didn’t think adding veggies made it better. Sounds kinda weird.
Thanks! Extra veggies sound like a yummy twist! I might try that next time.
Yummmm! I made it for my friends and they loved it. Thanks for sharing this easy recipe!
This recipe is a total game-changer! The beef and onion combo is so flavorful. I will definitely make it again!
This was a huge hit at my BBQ! The flavor is just awesome. Will definitely make again!
Just made it! So easy and delicious! Will make again for sure.
I don’t know, it sounds too simple. Can it really taste that good?
I’m glad you liked it! It really is super easy. Did you add any special toppings?
Can I use chicken instead of beef? I dont eat red meat, but this looks nummy! 😋
Why do you use Greek yogurt? Can’t I just use sour cream instead?
So easy to make! Even my kids loved it, and they usually don’t eat beef. Thanks for sharing!
This was delicious! I loved how the flavors blended together. Will definitely make again!
Really? Only 5-7 minutes for beef? I normally cook mine longer to get it tender. Seems rushed, I’ll stick to my own method.
I dunno if I like flatbreads…they were too chewy for me. But my kids ate it all!
I wasn’t sure about grilling the onions like that. They got a bit too soft for my taste.
I think grilling them until they’re soft adds sweetness! But I get it, everyone has their preference.
Yeah, I agree! Don’t they mostly become mush? I like my onions a bit crunchy.
Delicious! But why is Greek yogurt important? Isn’t regular yogurt the same?
Greek yogurt has a thicker texture and is creamier than regular yogurt, which makes it perfect for this recipe! It also adds a tangy flavor that really complements the grilled beef. You should definitely give it a try!
I dunno, yogurt is yogurt, right? I use regular yogurt for everything and it’s fine. Why spend extra on Greek yogurt?
Have never had flatbread. Can I use regular bread instead? 🍞
Super easy to make! I added some cheese on top, soo tasty! Perfect for a summer cookout!
This recipe is soooo good! I tried it yesterday and my family loved it!
Me and my family loved it! Will definitely make it again. Easy and delicious!
So glad to hear that! It’s a hit in my house too. Can’t wait to make it again either!
Easy to follow! But can I use chicken instead of beef? I dont eat beef.
Meh… it was alright. Kinda bland imo, especially without enough spices.
Meh, it tasted fine but I didn’t like the texture of the flatbread.
Yummy! I added jalapeños for some kick!
Flatbreads are the best! 😍 So easy to make, I just use store-bought ones. This recipe is a keeper!
I love flatbreads too! They are super versatile and you can throw anything on them. This recipe sounds delish! 😋
Yum! It’s like I’ll be a chef now! 😊 Can I put cheese on it?
Wasn’t as great as I expected. The beef was kinda tough, not sure if I did something wrong.
Sorry to hear that! Maybe the beef was overcooked? It can turn tough if grilled too long.
I don’t know, the yogurt part seems weird to me. Can I just use something else?
Grill? I don’t have one of those fancy things. Can this be made on a stove? 🤔
Flatbreads? I thought they were pancakes at first! LOL! But seriously, it turned out good.
Haha, I get that! They do look a lot like pancakes! Glad it turned out well for you!
Grilled? More like burnt! I don’t know how people get it right, must be the grill!
Burnt? lol, I think you might need better grilling technique. It’s not the grill’s fault!
Maybe you just need to watch it more closely next time? I’ve had great success with this recipe!
This recipe is amazing! The flavors are just right and my family loved it. Will make again for sure!
IDK if Greek yougurt goes well on beef, also gotta watch that fat content. Might try sour cream instead.
This recipe is amazing! The beef was so tender and the flavors were just right.
I totally agree! This recipe was a hit at our barbecue! The beef really was tender.
It was good, but I thought it needed more seasoning. Maybe I missed something?
Beef and onion? More like beef and ONIONS, this was wayyy too much for me. Not a fan.
I forgot to add the garlic powder and it was still good, but I’m sure it would’ve been better! Haha.
I think the garlic powder is super important! It really adds depth to the flavor. Next time, don’t forget it! 😊
Eh, I mean it’s just garlic powder, right? I’ve made it without and it was fine too. Just more beef flavor!
Is this really how you grill beef? Feels too simple to be that good. Just saying.
I tried this and it was ehh, not great. The flavors were kinda bland, I was expecting more kick.
I totally get what you mean. I added some hot sauce and it made a big difference! Maybe try that next time?
Yikes! This was too salty for my liking. I almost couldn’t finish my plate. Maybe cut down the salt?
I had the same issue! I think I will use half the salt next time. Glad I’m not alone in this!
Maybe you just added too much salt? I didn’t find it salty at all!
Really simple and quick! Perfect for weeknight dinners.
This recipe is absolutely delicious! The beef was so tender and flavorful, I can’t believe how easy it was to make. Will definitely be making it again!
Flatbreads were way too chewy. What did I do wrong? Should I have toasted them longer?
Grill it longer for a smoky flavor, trust me! 😋
Nah, too much grilling can dry the meat out. Just sayin’.
Absolutely! The longer, the better for flavor. Makes it delish! 😍
Wasn’t that great, the beef was tough. Maybe I overcooked it?
Too much onion for my taste. Maybe I’ll try it with fewer next time.
Yummy! I added some cheese on top and it was amazing. Thanks for sharing!
Yea, but isn’t it too greasy with cheese? I prefer it without. Just sayin’.
Cheese sounds like a great addition! I didn’t think to try that. Gonna give it a shot next time. Cheers!
I tried this and it turned out kinda bland. Maybe I shoulda added more spices or something? Not my favorite.
I think flatbreads should be thicker, they fell apart too easy. But the taste was nice!
I totally agree! Thicker flatbreads would hold everything better. But hey, the flavors were delicious!
Um, I think they were just fine the way they were. Maybe you’re just not grilling them long enough?
I don’t know why the beef was so tough? Followed recipe to the letter but it didn’t work for me. 🙁
Just made this last night and my husband loved it! I added a pinch of cumin too! Thanks for sharing!