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mason jar meal prep

Mason Jar Meal Prep: 5 Steps to Wholesome Convenience


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A simple and healthy way to prepare meals in advance using mason jars.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a pot, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Fluff quinoa with a fork and let it cool.
  5. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Layer ingredients in mason jars: quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, chickpeas, and feta cheese.
  7. Drizzle dressing on top of each jar.
  8. Seal jars and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • Use any vegetables you prefer.
  • Can be made vegetarian or vegan by omitting cheese.
  • Great for lunch or dinner.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Meal Prep
  • Method: Boiling and assembling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 jar
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: mason jar meal prep, healthy meal prep, quinoa salad