Savour Savings: Homemade Lunch Recipes to Ditch Dining Out at Work-Part 1: Mason Jar Salads!
Summary
Heading back to the office? Here's a friendly tip to save some bucks while enjoying scrumptious homemade lunches! Forget pricey dining-out options and embrace these wallet-friendly recipes. Whether you're into salads, stir-fries, or hearty grains, we've got your lunch break covered. Here is the first of the homemade lunch recipe series!
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (you can use frozen or canned)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Set the dressing aside.
- Assemble Your Mason Jar Salad:
- Start by adding the dressing to the bottom of your mason jar.
- Layer the ingredients in the following order:
- Black beans
- Corn
- Red bell pepper
- Cherry tomatoes
- Black olives
- Red onion
- Shredded chicken
- Cheddar cheese
- Seal and Refrigerate: Seal the mason jar tightly with a lid and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to enjoy your salad. It can be prepared in advance and will stay fresh for a few days.
- Time to Serve: When it's time to eat, simply give your mason jar a good shake to distribute the dressing evenly, then pour your delicious Mason Jar Fiesta Salad into a bowl or onto a plate.
Enjoy your convenient and tasty Mason Jar Fiesta Salad, with layers of flavors and colors to brighten up your lunchtime! This recipe is not only a breeze to prepare but also a delightful and healthy meal to enjoy anywhere.
Written By
Judy Barton
Irie stomach blogger
