Ingredients
1 to 4 tablespoons vinaigrette
1 cup cooked chicken (from 1 medium chicken breast), chopped
1/2 cup cucumber, peeled and seeded
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted
1/2 cup chopped tomato
1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 cup salad greens, chopped
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Make the vinaigrette:
In a small jar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Secure the lid and shake until fully emulsified. -
Add vinaigrette to the jar:
Pour 1 to 4 tablespoons of vinaigrette into the bottom of each mason jar. -
Add the chicken (optional):
Layer in the chopped, cooked chicken as the first solid ingredient. -
Add vegetables and toppings:
Continue layering with cucumbers, feta cheese, kalamata olives, red onions, tomatoes, and finally, salad greens. -
Seal and store:
Screw on the lid tightly. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days (if using chicken) or 5 days (without chicken). -
To serve:
When ready to eat, shake gently or pour into a bowl and toss to coat with dressing.
Notes
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Add chickpeas, quinoa, or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrients.
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Keep jars upright to prevent soggy greens.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: DIY
- Method: Salad
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 236 kcal
- Sugar: 2.0 g
- Sodium: 308.7 mg
- Fat: 19.6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 4.2 g
- Fiber: 1.1 g
- Protein: 11.2 g