Description
Mason jar salads are a vibrant and convenient way to enjoy healthy eating on the go. These layered salads combine fresh vegetables, grains, and protein in a beautiful presentation that’s perfect for meal prep or entertaining. With just a little preparation, you can create a delicious and customizable salad that stays crisp and flavorful for days. Serve them at picnics, lunches, or as a quick dinner option, and watch as everyone asks for your secret recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed greens (spinach or arugula)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced (English cucumber preferred)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- 1 cup cooked protein (chicken, beans, or tofu)
- ¼ cup dressing (vinaigrette)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp vinegar
- salt
- pepper
Instructions
- Prepare 4-5 clean and dry mason jars.
- In a bowl, whisk together ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Start layering ingredients in each jar: add protein at the bottom followed by cucumbers and bell peppers.
- Next, layer in cherry tomatoes and finish with mixed greens on top.
- Seal the jars tightly and store them in the fridge for up to five days. Shake before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar (400g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg