# Light Vibes

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Meat Candy in Lettuce Wraps: Reverse-Seared Pork Chops with Sticky Rice and Ssamjang Drizzle

Jul 15, 2025

A pork chop experiment turned flavor explosion. These bone-in beauties were brined for 48 hours, reverse-seared, butter-basted, and grilled to caramelized perfection—then sliced thin and wrapped in Boston lettuce with sticky rice, spicy pickles, and a thick ssamjang drizzle. It’s equal parts comfort food and Korean BBQ energy, built for hands-on eating and big flavor payoffs.

The Ultimate Italian Chopped Salad with Creamy Avocado

Jul 7, 2025

This fresh Italian chopped salad is bursting with color and flavor—crisp romaine, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, mozzarella, and creamy avocado. Tossed with red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil, it’s the perfect healthy meal or side dish for any season. Learn how to prep and dress this vibrant salad in just minutes!

Buffalo Chicken Power Salad with Feta, Giant Corona White Beans & Apple Spice Ranch

Jun 26, 2025

Rotisserie chicken turned into a bold, spicy salad with giant Corona white beans,feta, panko, and Apple Spice ranch. Crunchy, creamy, herbaceous, and fully satisfying.

Shrimp & Giant Corona White Bean Bowl with Lemon-Dressed Arugula

Jun 25, 2025

One pan, big flavor. This warm-weather bowl came together with things I had on hand, but turned out so layered and satisfying I had to write it down. The beans carry all the flavor from searing the shrimp, the broth is rich but light, and the dressed arugula keeps things bright and punchy. Definitely going in the rotation.

The Cool-Down Wrap: Pesto Chicken, Roasted Peppers & Apple Spice Ranch

Jun 23, 2025

After a long row on a scorching day, I wanted something cool, fresh, and satisfying. This wrap—grilled pesto-yogurt chicken, roasted peppers, arugula, and our house herb ranch—was born from leftovers but turned into a go-to summer meal.

Turkey Apple Pita Pressed Sandwich (And a Reminder That Your Fridge Is Enough)

Jun 10, 2025

Hungry after rowing, I made a turkey, apple, and Muenster pressed pita sandwich from what I had in the fridge. Simple, satisfying—and a good reminder that eating at home often hits the spot.

Greek Power Salad with Grilled Chicken, Farro & Greens

Jun 7, 2025

Use up your Mediterranean grilled chicken leftovers in this vibrant Greek-inspired power salad with farro, spinach, Italian greens, and a lemon-oregano vinaigrette.

The Mediterranean Everything Bowl: Grilled Chicken, King City Beans & Caprese Salad Remix

Jun 4, 2025

A Mediterranean-style bowl with grilled chicken, King City Pink Beans, creamy yogurt sauce, crispy pita, and Caprese Remix. Fresh, herby, and perfect al fresco.

Post-Hike Italian Salad – Fast, Fresh, and Family-Friendly

May 28, 2025

This Post-Hike Italian Salad is crisp, cool, and loaded with fresh flavor—perfect after a long day of travel. Quick to make, kid-approved, and ideal for balancing out a hearty pasta dinner.

Korean BBQ Chicken Salad with Gochujang-Peanut Dressing

May 14, 2025

This Korean BBQ Chicken Salad brings sweet heat, crunch, and creamy goodness in every bite. Featuring grilled chicken thighs, roasted sweet potatoes, pickles, avocado, and a bold gochujang-peanut dressing—it’s a prep-ahead meal that doesn’t hold back.

Skewer-Free Kabobs with Grilled Chicken, Charred Veggies & Yogurt Drizzle

May 11, 2025

Juicy grilled chicken, smoky summer veggies, herbed rice, and a chilled yogurt drizzle—this skewer-free bowl is everything you love about kabobs, no sticks required.

Garlicky Alubia Blanca & Broccoli Rabe Sauté (with Roasted Garlic Magic)

May 7, 2025

This rustic bowl of alubia blanca beans and sautéed broccoli rabe gets a flavor boost from roasted garlic paste and a drizzle of olive oil. Perfect over polenta, pasta, or toast.