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Apple Cranberry Almond Mason Jar Salads
Apple Cranberry Almond Mason Jar Salads with homemade Greek Yogurt Poppy Seed Dressing are a fresh and healthy make-ahead lunch option.
Servings 4 jars
Calories 269kcal
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts ~1lb, pounded to an even thickness
- garlic salt and pepper
- 4 ribs celery chopped
- 2 apples chopped
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- 2 green onions chopped
- 6-8 cups mixed greens
For the Greek Yogurt Poppy Seed Dressing:
- 5 oz plain Greek yogurt
- 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon honey
- 1 Tablespoon minced shallots
- 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds
- salt and pepper
Instructions
For the Greek Yogurt Poppy Seed Dressing:
- Mix all ingredients together in a small bowl then taste and adjust salt and pepper if necessary. Scoop 2-3 Tablespoons dressing into the bottom of each mason jar then set aside.
For the Mason Jar Salads:
- Season chicken breasts on both sides with garlic salt and pepper then saute in a nonstick sprayed skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through. Chop into bite-sized pieces then cool completely.
- Divide remaining ingredients evenly then layer in the following order on top of the dressing in the jars: celery, apples, cooked then cooled chicken, sliced almonds, dried cranberries, green onions, and lettuce. Screw on lids then store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1jar | Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 989IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg