This vegan mason jar salad recipe is the perfect easy meal prep that comes together in minutes. It's filled with fresh veggies, leafy greens and homemade dressing to make your weekday lunch a breeze.

Ever since I started making salad jars, my meal prep game has been another level! They’re super easy, loaded with fresh ingredients and are just so fun! I've made countless different flavour combinations, but this loaded greek salad jar recipe is definitely one of my favorite salads. It's made with chickpeas, chopped vegetables, and a delicious homemade salad dressing. Perfect for a healthy lunch to have prepped for the week.

If you love this recipe, then you need to check out my Vegan Falafel Bowl, Healthy Hummus and Butternut Squash Kale Salad.

Ingredients

Dressing:

Olive oil
Lemon juice
Oregano
Salt

Salad:

Chickpeas
Cucumbers
Red peppers
Red onion
Cherry Tomatoes
Lettuce
Salt/pepper (to taste)

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Add all ingredients to the salad jars in the order listed.
Cover with lids and store in the fridge.
When ready to eat, flip the healthy salad jars and enjoy!

Substitutions

My favorite part about making salad jars is that there are so many different ways you can customize them. Feel free to use your preferred vegetables or proteins and make these your own! Some of my favorite carbohydrate additions are brown rice, quinoa and sweet potatoes. Other additions I love to switch up this recipe include pumpkin seeds, white beans, crispy chickpeas and avocado slices.

Equipment

Glass Jar or Wide Mouthed Mason Jar
Mixing Spoon
Cutting Board
Chopping Knife

How To Store Vegan Salad Jars

The best way to store your vegan mason jar salads is in glass jars or mason jars in the fridge. They will keep fresh for at least 4-5 days, or the entire week if stored properly.

3 Top Tips For Success

Add your ingredients to the bottom of the jar in the order listed. This ensures that the dressing stays at the bottom, and marinades the base ingredients, without creating any soggy greens.
Store the rest of your veggies or leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge. If you have any veggies left, you can use them for other recipes or snacking on throughout the week.
Add protein! If you're looking to make a higher protein meal, add in your favorite plant-based proteins like tempeh, tofu, black beans, sunflower seeds or nuts.

FAQs

What is the best way to eat this vegan salad jar?

When ready to eat, simply flip your salad jar upside down into a plate or salad bowl. This allows the dressing to mix evenly throughout your salad.

What is a mason jar salad?

Mason jar salads are a great delicious lunch option to meal prep in advance for the whole week. The ingredients are layered with the dressing at the bottom, followed by your proteins and veggies of choice. This ensures that your salad doesn't get soggy and stays fresh for longer. They're also great for a grab and go packed lunch or easy weeknight dinner.

What type of jar is best for this recipe?

I recommend using a quart size jar for this meal-sized salad. If you're looking to make smaller salad portions, an 8 oz jar would be perfect. Either way, a wide mouth jar is best to allow your entire salad to come out of the jar when you're ready to enjoy.

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