DIY SALAD IN A JAR

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Our farm-fresh salad is layered with gorgeous garden veggies. And we built in a homemade dressing flavored with fresh herbs. Just shake it up to eat the rainbow. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

DRESSING:
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 to 2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 tablespoons olive oil
SALAD:
1 large zucchini, shaved
1 large yellow summer squash, shaved
1 large carrot, shaved
1 fresh beet, cut into matchsticks
6 radishes, sliced
1-1/2 cups haricots verts (French green beans), blanched and halved
2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
1 cup frisee salad greens
2 cups torn Bibb lettuce
1 cup torn red leaf lettuce

Steps:

  • To make the dressing, whisk the first nine ingredients in a small bowl. In each of four 1-qt. wide-mouth canning jars, divide and layer ingredients in the following order: dressing, carrots, radishes, beets, chicken, zucchini, squash, green beans, and lettuce greens. Cover and refrigerate until serving. Transfer salads into bowls; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 294mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Sospeter Ndegwa
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This salad is a great way to meal prep for the week. I make a big batch on Sunday, and then I have lunch all week long.


Irfan Sial
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I love the way this salad looks in a jar. It's so colorful and inviting.


younaskhan marri
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This salad is so easy to make, and it's always a hit at potlucks and gatherings.


Jay is a Meme
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the dressing, and they always gobble up the vegetables.


Parsanal Asiya
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I love the variety of vegetables in this salad. It's a great way to get a variety of nutrients.


Adu Portia
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a few odds and ends in my fridge, and this is a great way to use them up.


rahel Lulu
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I love the fact that this salad can be made ahead of time. It makes it so convenient for busy weeknights.


Abu Sayid
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This recipe is a lifesaver for my family. We're always on the go, and this salad is a quick and easy way to get a healthy meal on the table.


Ammar baba
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is a game-changer. It's so tasty and satisfying, I could eat it every day.


alfatun kaowsar
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The dressing is perfect, and the vegetables are crisp and delicious.


Mian Kashif
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I've been making this salad for years, and it's one of my favorites. It's a great way to get a healthy meal on the table quickly and easily.


Md Vuttu
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I can add or subtract ingredients to suit my taste, and it always turns out great.


Abdullah mughal Abdullah mughal
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This salad in a jar is a lifesaver for my busy weekday lunches! It's so easy to throw together the night before, and it always tastes fresh and delicious.