It's me, Gillean!
My philosophy is simple: I believe what we consume is everything—from the foods we put in our body, to the ideas we feed for our minds, to the connections we have with others. Everything gives you energy, and what you take in determines how your life will be. My goal is to champion a healthy lifestyle that is simple, accessible, and gives your body what it needs to fuel your best life possible.
Recent Blog Post
Falafel Pita with Tahini Sauce
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Ingredients:
- 1 package frozen falafel, cooked to package directions
- 1 clamshell mixed greens
- 1 cucumbers, diced
- 2 roma tomatoes, diced
- ½ cup pickle chips
- 3 tbsp tahini, well stirred
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ clove garlic, minced
- 4 whole wheat pitas
Directions:
In a small bowl, mix together tahini, lemon juice, garlic and salt and pepper. This mixture will be very thick, add in a little water at a time and stir completely until it turns lighter in color and becomes a drizzle consistency.
Stuff your pita with falafel, mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes and pickle chips and drizzle tahini over it all.
Other Ways To Prepare This Meal:
Gluten-free: Use gluten-free tortilla or make it a falafel salad.
Add spicy: Add pickled jalapenos or radish to your pita.
Kid-friendly: Serve the falafel with ketchup or make a pita cheese crisp and serve with a side of tomatoes, cucumbers, and dipping condiment.
It's me, Gillean!
My philosophy is simple: I believe what we consume is everything—from the foods we put in our body, to the ideas we feed for our minds, to the connections we have with others. Everything gives you energy, and what you take in determines how your life will be. My goal is to champion a healthy lifestyle that is simple, accessible, and gives your body what it needs to fuel your best life possible.
