Get ready to elevate your meal prep game with this vibrant and nutritious mason jar salad. Layer by layer, it’s a blend of flavors and textures that come together in a portable, easy-to-assemble package. We start with the hearty goodness of black quinoa, followed by the sweetness of corn, the refreshing crunch of greens, the juicy burst of sliced tomatoes, and the delicate sprouts. It’s a feast for the senses, brought to life with a zesty lime wedge and finished with a homemade dressing that ties it all together.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 1 mason jar salad 1x
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup black quinoa
- 1/2 cup sweet corn
- 1 cup mixed greens
- 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sprouts (e.g., alfalfa or broccoli sprouts)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Homemade dressing (ingredients and instructions below)
For the dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the black quinoa and sweet corn according to package instructions. Allow them to cool before assembling the salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Start assembling the mason jar salad by layering the ingredients. Begin with the black quinoa at the bottom.
- Add the cooked sweet corn on top of the quinoa, followed by the mixed greens.
- Layer the sliced tomatoes over the greens, and then add the sprouts.
- Seal the mason jar with its lid and refrigerate until you’re ready to enjoy.
- When you’re ready to eat, simply dump the contents onto a plate or bowl. Squeeze the lime wedge over the top of the salad for a burst of freshness and pour the homemade dressing over the salad.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Achieving the perfect mason jar salad is all about layering. Keep the sturdier ingredients at the bottom to prevent wilting greens and sogginess. Feel free to customize this salad with additional toppings like avocado, feta cheese, grilled chicken, or roasted nuts. With just a little prep and a lot of flavor, this mason jar salad is the ultimate on-the-go meal that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Enjoy!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mason jar salad
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
