Salad in a Jar

Salad in a Jar

Portions: 5

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Salad in a jar offer a convenient way to enjoy fresh flavours and nutrients, making it easy to incorporate into meals.

Ingredients:

• 5 tbsp favourite salad dressing

• 2 ½ cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can

• rinsed and drained canned chickpeas)

• 2 cups cooked grain (brown rice,

• quinoa, barley, buckwheat)

• 5 cups torn lettuce

• 1 cup favourite chopped vegetables (pepper, cabbage, carrots, corn)

Instructions:

1. Get a clean 2-cup mason jar.

2. Add 1 tablespoon of dressing to the bottom of the jar.

3. Layer in ¼ cup chickpeas, ¼ cup cooked grain, and your choice of chopped or grated vegetables.

4. Top with lettuce.

5. Seal tightly with the lid.

Tips:

• Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

• Perfect for a quick grab-and-go lunch.

• Mix and match toppings with your favorite ingredients or leftovers throughout the week.

Recipe submitted by Dani Renouf, RD, MSc, CDE