LAYERED SALAD IN A JAR

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Categories     Salad     Pepper     Bake

Yield serves 12

Number Of Ingredients 16

Dressing
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 medium lemons)
1/2 cup white balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons mild honey
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 pound orzo pasta
1 (16-ounce) bag baby greens, spinach, arugula, or romaine
5 green onions, white and green parts, thinly sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives, coarsely chopped
1 cucumber, coarsely chopped (with peel)
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 tablespoon dried oregano, or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts

Steps:

  • TO MAKE THE DRESSING: In a bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, honey, and olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Whisk in the feta. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  • TO MAKE THE SALAD: In a large pot, cook the orzo in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and run cold water over the pasta to stop the cooking. Put the orzo in a large bowl and toss with 1/2 cup of the dressing. In a small bowl, stir together the green onions, tomatoes, olives, and cucumber. In a separate small bowl, stir together the 1/2 cup feta and the oregano.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the pine nuts on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake until golden, about 5 minutes; set aside. (Keep checking; they burn easily.)
  • TO ASSEMBLE THE LAYERS: Have 12 (1-pint) wide mouth canning jars with lids ready. Spoon 1/3 cup of the orzo into the bottom of each jar, and follow with 1 layer each of the following: 1/4 cup green onion-tomato-olive-cucumber mix, 2 teaspoons feta-oregano mix, and 1/2 cup packed greens. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the dressing on top of each salad and sprinkle each with about 1 teaspoon of the pine nuts. (You will have some dressing left over for another use.) Top with lids and refrigerate until needed. To serve, shake the jar to distribute the dressing.
  • do it early
  • The dressing and orzo can be prepared up to 1 day in advance and refrigerated. Assemble the salad in jars up to 6 hours before it is to be served. Keep it cold until serving time.

Seini Lakai
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This salad is a great way to impress your guests. It's so beautiful and delicious.


Muhammad imranmiran Muhammad imranmiran
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also a great way to use up leftover chicken or tofu.


Ameen burki Burki
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the fact that I can make it ahead of time and it still tastes great.


Chris Tarmarley
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes. This one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.


Sbahle Bahle
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and refreshing lunch. I love the crunch of the vegetables and the tangy dressing.


Misima Rana
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This salad is a great way to sneak some extra vegetables into my diet. I love the way the dressing brings out the natural flavors of the vegetables.


Brutus Ko
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I'm not a big fan of salads, but this one is an exception. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I always feel full and satisfied after eating it.


otto sandoval
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This salad is a great way to get a healthy meal on the table in a hurry. I always have the ingredients on hand.


Michael Owusu Afriyie
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I love the versatility of this recipe. I can easily change up the vegetables and the dressing to create a new salad every time.


Siraje Umar
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a jar or two in my fridge, ready to go.


Usama Saleem
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I'm always looking for new ways to get my kids to eat their vegetables. This salad is a great way to do that. They love the fun presentation and the delicious dressing.


Gladys John
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or picnic. It's easy to transport and it always looks so impressive.


Mike Mwawasi (Baba Hezzy)
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I love this salad! It's so healthy and delicious. I always feel good after eating it.


Marilyn Lopez
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This is the best salad recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Buddy Browning
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This salad is so delicious and refreshing. The dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I've already made it twice this week!


Jennifer Ashiabi
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I'm not usually a fan of salads, but this one is an exception. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is really appealing. I also love the fact that it's so portable.


Md Toufik Ahamed
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a jar and shake it up. The dressing is really delicious too.


Nomin Batsuuri
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I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The combination of flavors and textures is amazing. I especially love the creamy avocado and the crunchy bacon.


Mohammed Amr
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This salad in a jar was a hit at my last potluck! I love the vibrant colors and the crunch from the veggies. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and it really brings the whole dish together.