Layered Mason Jar Salad
If you’re going to meal prep, make it worth it. This layered mason jar salad stacks fresh veggies, chicken and hearty grains into a grab-and-go meal that actually delivers.
Ingredients
- 1 Minute® Brown Rice & Quinoa Rice Cup
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup carrots, shredded
- 1/2 cup mixed greens (spinach, arugula or lettuce)
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup nuts or seeds (like almonds, walnuts or sunflower seeds)
- 2 tbsp avocado dressing
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Instructions
Step 1
Heat rice and quinoa cup according to package directions. Allow to cool slightly.Step 2
Start layering the mason jar as follows: dressing at the bottom, followed by rice and quinoa, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, chicken, carrots, and greens. Finish with feta and nuts or seeds.Step 3
Seal the mason jar tightly. This salad can be stored in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. When ready to eat, shake the jar to distribute the dressing, or pour the salad into a bowl and enjoy!
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This is the kind of meal prep that actually saves you time and will leave you wanting more.
Layers of fresh vegetables, tender rotisserie chicken, creamy avocado dressing and a mix of brown rice and quinoa that gives the whole thing some staying power. It’s not just a salad you eat because you planned ahead; it’s one you actually are looking forward to.
How to Make a Layered Mason Jar Salad
The best part is that this meal comes together in only ten minutes. Heat the microwavable rice and quinoa cup, let it cool slightly, then stack everything in a trendy mason jar. Dressing goes at the bottom, greens and feta go on top, and everything stays fresh until you’re ready to devour it.
Shake it up when you’re ready to indulge or pour it into a bowl. Boom. You’re all set.
Why You’ll Love This Mason Jar Salad Recipe
This one is built for your week, not just one meal.
You can prep a few jars at once and have something ready to go whenever you need it. It holds up in the fridge, travels well and does not lose its texture after a day or two. You can even change up the protein to add some variety.
It also gives you more than a typical salad. The brown rice and quinoa add enough substance to keep you full, while the vegetables keep everything fresh and balanced.
And because it starts with Minute Brown Rice & Quinoa Cups, you skip the time it takes to cook grains and go straight to building something that works for your schedule.
Pro Tip: Keep It Fresh Longer
Always layer the dressing at the bottom and greens at the top. This keeps everything crisp until you are ready to eat.
Layered Mason Jar Salad FAQs
How long do mason jar salads last in the fridge?
Mason jar salads can last 3 to 5 days in the fridge when layered properly. Keep the dressing at the bottom and the greens at the top to prevent sogginess and maintain freshness.
Will the rice and quinoa get soggy?
No, as long as the grains are layered above the dressing and allowed to cool slightly before assembling. This keeps the texture intact until you’re ready to eat.
Can I make this vegetarian?
Yes. Simply swap the chicken for chickpeas, tofu or another plant-based protein to keep it filling and balanced.
