Mason Jar Salads

My love for mason jars just continues to expand! Mason jar salads have become an every week MUST during my Sunday meal preps. They are such a convenient way to make sure you're eating a healthy lunch and getting in those dreaded greens! I have two recipes I flip flop between during the week, but this one is the simplest and can be tweaked according to your nutrition needs and meal plan.

 

First, add your dressing. This balsamic vinegar is my absolute favorite dressing ever created! Literally. ZERO calories, tastes amazing, and you don't need a ton of it so this big bottle will last you a while. I absolutely recommend it for anyone looking to get away from those creamy, fat filled dressings! You can order it online at Emerald Coast Olive Oil.

 

Next, add in your veggies! Typically I add cucumber, peppers, tomatoes, and carrots. By putting these in right on top of the balsamic, it allows the raw veggies to absorb the flavoring & they taste AMAZING by the time you go to eat your salad!

 

This step is optional, but if you choose to add nuts, dried fruits, or fresh fruits; this is when you would do so! I like to crush some cashews almond for crunch, or even raw sunflower seeds. Sometimes i'll add unsweetened cranberries, unsweetened coconut, or fresh fruit!

 

Now, add that CHEESE! I have a serious love for feta. It's one of those foods I try to not eat so much of, but somehow I only succeed like half of the time... At least I used my blue container from the 21 day fix program to make sure I didn't go over board!

 

Last, add your greens! I like to do a spinach/kale mixture, but you can use anything!

 

THAT'S IT! Crazy easy right?!

 

The best part? These salads will hold up to 5 days in the fridge so you can make an entire week of lunches in about 30 minutes!

 

I'd love to hear any other concoctions you have tried & loved so please share!

 

XOXO

Brianna