Ingredients
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
– 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley or oregano for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating a Greek-Style Mason Jar Salad is effortless! Just follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Jar: Start with a clean mason jar. Choose a jar with a wide mouth for easy filling and enjoying.
2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper. Set this aside.
3. Layer the Ingredients:
– First Layer: Pour a thin layer of dressing at the bottom of the jar.
– Second Layer: Add the cherry tomatoes, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
– Third Layer: Add the diced cucumber on top of the tomatoes.
– Fourth Layer: Follow with a layer of Kalamata olives.
– Fifth Layer: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the olives.
– Top Layer: Finally, add the thinly sliced red onion.
4. Seal the Jar: Close the mason jar with its lid. Make sure it’s airtight to keep the salad fresh.
5. Chill or Serve: Refrigerate the jar until you’re ready to enjoy your Greek-Style Mason Jar Salad. When ready to serve, simply shake the jar to mix the ingredients and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or chickpeas to make your salad more filling for a complete meal. This adds extra protein and can turn your salad into a satisfying main dish.