Strawberry Spinach Mason Jar Salad
Bright and refreshing, this salad is full of Mediterranean-friendly ingredients like leafy greens, berries, nuts, and quinoa. It’s great for warm weather—or whenever you need something light but satisfying.
Equipment
- 16 or 32 oz mason jar
Ingredients
For the Jars
- 2 tbsp poppy seed dressing or dressing of your choice
- 1/4 red onion, sliced
- 1/3 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 grilled chicken breast, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp feta cheese
- 2 tbsp pecans
- 1 cups baby spinach or leafy green of choice
Poppy Seed Dressing
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbps extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbps poppy seeds
- 1.5 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
Poppy Seed Dressing
- Combine all ingredients except for the oil and mix well.
- Gradually add oil, whisking until fully emulsified. Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge.
For the Jars
- Layer ingredients in a 16 or 32 oz. mason jar in this order: salad dressing, red onion, quinoa, chicken, strawberries, avocados, feta, pecans, spinach.
- Seal to keep the contents airtight and fresh and store in the refrigerator.
Notes
To prevent the avocado from turning brown, sprinkle with fresh lemon juice.