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Mason Jar Salads

A convenient and healthy meal option, mason jar salads are layered salads packed with fresh ingredients that stay crisp and delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch pepper
Salad Base
  • 4 cups mixed greens such as spinach, arugula, or romaine
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup chickpeas cooked or canned
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup avocado sliced

Method
 

Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Layer the Ingredients
  1. In each mason jar, start by adding 2 tablespoons of the dressing to the bottom.
  2. Next, layer the chickpeas, followed by the bell pepper, carrots, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and finally the mixed greens.
  3. Top each jar with feta cheese, red onion, and avocado.
Seal and Store
  1. Seal the mason jars with their lids and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, keep the dressing separate until ready to eat or pour it on top just before serving to maintain freshness.

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