Greek Mason Jar Salad
Layered so the ingredient stay fresh and not soggy, this Greek Mason Jar Salad recipe is great for packing for a picnic or a work lunch.
Greek Mason Jar Salad
Servings: 4
Calories: 345kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup (115 g) diced red onion
- 2 cups (240 g) diced cucumber
- ½ cup (90 g) chopped Greek olives
- 1 cup (175 g) grape or cherry tomatoes , halved
- 3-4 chicken breasts , cooked and shredded
- 4 cups (75 g) chopped romaine lettuce
For the Creamy Herb Dressing:
- ⅔ cup (160 mL) plain Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
- ¼ cup (60 mL) lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 mL) olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- ¼ cup (6 g) finely chopped fresh dill
- Pinch of kosher or fine sea salt
Instructions
- Whisk all the dressing ingredients together.
- Divide the salad ingredients among 4 quart-sized (32-ounce) jars, layering in the following order: 2-3 tablespoons of dressing in the bottom of each jar, followed by the onions, cucumbers, olives, tomatoes, chicken, and lettuce. Screw on lids and keep chilled until ready to serve. For easy eating, pour into bowls to serve.
- Optional: Bring a separate container of feta cheese with you on your picnic and sprinkle on the salads before eating, if desired.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Greek Mason Jar Salad
Amount Per Serving
Calories 345
Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 110mg37%
Sodium 484mg20%
Potassium 1058mg30%
Carbohydrates 12g4%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 6g7%
Protein 42g84%
Vitamin A 4668IU93%
Vitamin C 26mg32%
Calcium 101mg10%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer: All nutrition facts on Gluten Free & More are meant only as a guide and may differ depending on product brands used or ingredient substitutions. Some errors may occur, so you are encouraged to confirm the recipe’s ingredient and nutrition suitability for your own diet.
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