{"id":217,"date":"2019-03-18T23:30:00","date_gmt":"2019-03-18T23:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.elementdeervalley.com\/blog\/?p=217"},"modified":"2019-03-25T23:32:45","modified_gmt":"2019-03-25T23:32:45","slug":"tips-for-perfect-mason-jar-salads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.elementdeervalley.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/18\/tips-for-perfect-mason-jar-salads\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Perfect Mason Jar Salads"},"content":{"rendered":"

\nMason jar salads have many benefits. They can take the boredom out of your lunchtime routine, they're packed with nutrient-dense foods, and they can give you the opportunity to use your lunch hour for a brisk walk or a yoga class. <\/p>\n

Here are some tips for prepping your vegetables and packing a mason jar to keep salads fresh for up to seven days when you start with market fresh ingredients. So pull out the jars and let the cutting and layering begin!<\/p>\n

Prep Tips<\/h2>\n

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• 32-ounce mason jars are preferred over the 16-ounce size because it's easier to fill and easier to dump out.<\/li>\n
• Mason jars seal tighter so delicate salads stay fresher, longer and won't absorb odors which plastic may.<\/li>\n
• If you don't have mason jars, any glass jar with lids that fit tightly will do the trick.<\/li>\n
• Squirt lime or lemon juice on avocado before packing to keep it's fresh color, texture, and taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  Layering Tips<\/h2>\n

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  • Layering is the key to crisp lettuce and great taste, making it crucial to put the 1-4 tablespoons of salad dressing at the bottom<\/li>\n
  • First, add the heartier veggies like carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumbers, peppers, red onion, etc.<\/li>\n
  • Softer veggies are next — so add a mix of beans, zucchini, corn, mushrooms, asparagus, and sprouts<\/li>\n
  • For a more filling salad, add a grain or pasta layer — brown rice, orzo, couscous, quinoa are great choices<\/li>\n
  • Your protein layer will usually be cubed or crumbled cheese, diced roasted chicken, shrimp, or boiled eggs.<\/li>\n
  • The final, top layer is lettuce, nuts, and seeds – far away from the dressing to stay crispy and crunchy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    3 Unique Mason Jar Salad Combinations<\/h2>\n

    Taco Salad in a Jar<\/a> – Crisp corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, and romaine lettuce make a great base for a Mexican-inspired salad from Delish.com<\/p>\n

    Mediterranean Jar Salad<\/a> – Epicurious brings the Mediterranean diet to an easy to assemble mason jar version of a Greek salad featuring tomatoes, orzo, olives, red onion, and cucumber; and salty crumbles of feta cheese.<\/p>\n

    Shrimp and Feta Salad<\/a> – This unique salad will gather your favorites into a refreshing summer-time feast, including savory thyme, cooked shrimp, and chopped avocado.<\/p>\n

    Martha Stewart Salad Dressing <\/a>– Explore this list of easy and tasty salad dressings that will kick your mason jar salads into high gear. Just a few ingredients are shaken in a jar and added to the bottom of mason jar salads.<\/p>\n

    Looking for a new apartment home in Phoenix, Arizona<\/a>. Element at Deer Valley features a wide choice of floor plans from studio to four-bedroom apartments. Enjoy making your own mason jar salad creations in our lovely, designer kitchens that feature stainless steel appliances and professional flooring.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Mason jar salads have many benefits. They can take the boredom out of your lunchtime routine, they're packed with nutrient-dense foods, and they can give you the opportunity to use your lunch hour for a brisk walk or a yoga class.  Here are some tips for prepping your vegetables and packing a mason jar to… <\/p>\n

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