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Quinoa Caprese Mason Jar Salad

This salad is a play on a classic caprese.  The quinoa adds the protein you need to make this a main dish salad that is perfect to take to work.

Prep Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 Jars
Author Jessica Patch

Ingredients

Salad

  • 4 Mason Jars
  • 1/2 Cup Balsamic Vinaigrette See Recipe
  • 8 Oz Mozzarella Cubed or Pearls
  • 2 Whole Cucumbers Chopped
  • 1/2 Lb Sweet Peppers Sliced in Rings
  • 10.5 Oz Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 4 Tsp Capers
  • 1 Bunch Basil Chiffonade
  • 4 Cups Spring Mix & Baby Spinach Washed

Balsamic Vinaigrette

  • 1/2 Cup Olive Oil
  • 1/4 Cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp Honey
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 Cloves Garlic Chopped
  • 2 Tbsp Chopped Shallot
  • Salt & Pepper To Taste

Instructions

Salad

  1. Place two tablespoons of Balsamic Vinaigrette in the bottom of each Mason Jar.

  2. Next evenly divide mozzarella between jars.

  3. Top mozzarella with chopped cucumbers.

  4. Place sliced sweet peppers on the chopped cucumbers.

  5. Layer halved tomatoes in the jar.

  6. Sprinkle Capers and Basil on top of tomatoes.

  7. Stuff the jar with Spring Mix & Baby Spinach and seal Mason Jar.

Balsamic Vinaigrette

  1. Combine all ingredients and mix until well combined.