Description
These Mason Jar Salads are a fresh, portable, and healthy meal prep option. Perfect for busy weekdays, they keep veggies crisp and dressing separate until you’re ready to enjoy. Simply shake and eat for a nutritious lunch on the go!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup salad dressing of choice (balsamic, ranch, Greek, etc.)
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup cooked protein (chicken, tofu, chickpeas, or beans)
- 1/2 cup cheese (feta, cheddar, or mozzarella), optional
- 2 cups leafy greens (spinach, romaine, kale, or arugula)
Instructions
- Start with a clean mason jar (quart size works best).
- Pour dressing into the bottom of the jar.
- Layer in sturdy veggies (tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, peppers, onions).
- Add your protein and cheese, if using.
- Top with leafy greens to prevent sogginess.
- Seal tightly and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
- When ready to eat, shake the jar or pour into a bowl and toss.
Notes
For best results, keep wetter ingredients like tomatoes and cucumbers closer to the bottom, and always keep greens at the top. Switch up proteins and dressings to make endless variations!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad jar
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: mason jar salads, salad meal prep, healthy lunch, portable salads, easy make ahead salads