Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure Salad Jar Recipe

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Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure. Layered Salad Jar. Hello friends, happy Saturday. So any fun plans for the weekend or Mothering Sunday?

Nothing much planned here as my husband is also working and my older sons both live far away. Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure anyone?

So do you fancy making this tasty salad recipe in a jar?

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure: Layered Salad Jar:

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure.

Fancy making one of these healthy salads in a jar? Love this idea. What is the point of mason jar salads? It helps keep your salad fresh once prepared in an air tight jar.

How do you keep a salad fresh for 3 days? Store it in an airtight jar or food container or glass jar.

Table Of Contents:

  • Firstly, Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure Recipe Ingredients.
  • Secondly, Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure Method.
  • Thirdly, Other Post Ideas.
Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure: Layered Salad Jar

These layered salads are made in Kilner jars or screw-topped jam jars, with dinky little side jars of extra dressing. They’re perfect for a healthy packed lunch – and brilliant for picnics too!

You Might Also Need:

Firstly, A Mason Jars* Or Glass Jar. These are the most popular choice due to their airtight seal and durability. Kilner Jar are also a great choice.

Secondly, A Cutting Board*. For chopping up all your vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients, that need to be chopped.

Thirdly, A Grater*. For grating cheese, carrots, or other vegetables.

Fourthly, A Salad Spinner*. These are great to wash and dry leafy greens and get the excess water off.

Fifth, A Vegetable Peeler*. For peeling vegetables like carrots, cucumbers.

Sixth, A Sharp Knife*. A good quality knife for chopping ingredients.

How To Make An Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure:

Preparation time: 20 minutes

Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 South African Pink Lady or Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
  • 1tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 large carrot, grated
  • ¼ cucumber, chopped
  • 20g raisins or sultanas
  • 20g roast peanuts
  • 150g roast chicken, cut into chunks
  • 1 South African Conference pear, cored and cut into chunks
  • 3tbsp natural yogurt
  • ½tsp ground turmeric
  • ½tsp ground cumin
  • 1tbsp chopped fresh coriander or parsley
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 x 400g cans mixed bean salad, drained
  • 4 small handfuls salad leaves

Dressing: 

  • 4tbsp olive oil
  • 3tbsp lemon juice
  • 1tsp Dijon or wholegrain mustard
  • 1tsp honey

How To Make:

Method:

  1. Firstly, mix together the apple, lemon juice, carrot, cucumber, raisins or sultanas and peanuts. Share between 4 Kilner jars or large screw-topped jars.
  2. Combine the chicken, pear, yogurt, turmeric, cumin and coriander or parsley. Season. Spoon into the jars and top with the mixed beans and salad leaves. Seal with the lids and keep cool.
  3. For the dressing, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard and honey with a little salt and pepper. Pour into small jars. Use to dress the salads just before serving.

Cook’s Tip: For a vegetarian version use feta cheese instead of chicken. Last but not least, enjoy.

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Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure: Layered Salad Jar:

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure. The campaign is run by HORTGRO, the industry association representing South African fruit growers. Recipe and images courtesy of: South African Fruit.

So what do you think about this recipe? Do you also fancy trying it? Because I know I do.

What do you think of this Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure recipe? Fancy trying it?

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Firstly, How To Make A Nice And Healthy Feta and Grilled Peach Salad With Toasted Seeds.

Want to give your summer recipes and salad recipes a healthy boost? Then include a good helping of delicious nutrient-dense seeds.

How tasty!? You can add them to tasty salads like this Feta and Grilled Peach Salad With Toasted Seeds. So tasty.

Secondly, Crayfish, Avocado And Watercress Salad With Cucumber And Lime Butter.

I have a nice and healthy Watercress recipe to share with you, Crayfish, Avocado and Watercress Salad with Cucumber and Lime Butter. Salads, not just for Summer!? Crayfish, Avocado And Watercress Salad With Cucumber And Lime Butter. So good.

Thirdly, Superfood Strawberry And Pine Nut Salad.

I love strawberries in anything and everything and today I have a Superfood Strawberry and Pine Nut Salad to share with you. Strawberry salad with avocado, rocket, wild rice, pine nuts and a tasty dressing. How yummy!! Superfood Strawberry and Pine Nut Salad. So yummy.

21st Century Salad:

Fourthly, 21st Century Salad Full of Fantastic Flavours. 

Fancy making up this 21st Century Salad recipe? This up-to-the-minute salad is full of fantastic flavours and good-for-you ingredients, helping to take you towards your 10-a-day total for fruit and veg. 21st Century Salad Full Of Fantastic Flavours. It’s great for vegans and vegetarians too! So tasty.

Fifth, How To Make An Italian Orzo Pasta Mason Jar Salad.

I love to make up salads in Mason Jar and save them in the fridge until lunch time. Always something healthy ready made up to snack on too. Today I have an Italian Orzo Pasta Mason Jar Salad recipe to share with you.

This is just what I need after lots of junk food over the weekend too. How To Make An Italian Orzo Pasta Mason Jar Salad. So much fun to make up.

5 Mix And Match Salad Jar Recipes To Try Out

Also, 5 Mix And Match Salad Jar Recipes:

Recipe and photo also c/o Love The Crunch, BerryWorld,  South African Fruit, Newman’s Own, makers of sauces and dressing and Watercress.

 5 Mix And Match Salad Jar Recipes.

Salads are the perfect dinner in warmer weather because they are cold and fresh but also so easy to make up.

So are you looking for delicious and healthy salad jar recipes? If so, look no further than these 5 Mix and Match Salad Jar Recipes!

These are so easy-to-make recipes combine fresh veggies, protein, and flavourful dressings to create tasty and nutritious meals on-the-go.

These salad jars are perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch. Try them out today and start eating well, wherever you are! 5 Mix And Match Salad Jar Recipes. So many fun ideas.

Thank you so much for stopping by. I also hope you liked todays post? You can also hit the tags for more tasty salad ideas.

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure: Layered Salad Jar

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure: Layered Salad Jar:

Garden Route Jam Jar Adventure: Layered Salad Jar:

Also A Salad Jar Recipes Pinterest Board:

Also, a Salad Jars Pinterest Board is a vibrant collection of creative and convenient meal prep ideas, showcasing the versatility and appeal of salads stored in jars.

This board is a treasure trove for health enthusiasts and busy individuals alike, offering visually stunning and nutritious options that are perfect for on-the-go lunches or quick, wholesome meals.

Each pin typically features layered salads in mason jars, strategically arranged to keep ingredients fresh and crisp until ready to eat.

With combinations ranging from classic Caesar salads to exotic quinoa and chickpea blends, these pins often include detailed recipes and tips for optimal layering techniques to prevent sogginess.

The Salad Jars Pinterest Board not only inspires culinary creativity but also promotes a sustainable, portion-controlled approach to eating, making it a must-follow for anyone looking to step up their meal prep game. Salad Jar Recipes Pinterest Board.

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8 Comments

  1. The Lazy Gastronome
    18 March 2018 / 22:04

    What a great lunch! Easy to bring to work – Thanks for sharing at the What's for Dinner party.

  2. Candysfarmhousepantry
    16 March 2018 / 16:27

    This sound delicious and something different. Found you on Traffic Jam Weekend Linky Party

  3. mummabstylish
    10 March 2018 / 17:53

    These not only sound lovely, but look fabulous too. Have a super weekend Claire, and hope you're spoilt on Sunday, as you deserve to be. I'm popping to see my mum in the morning, then hopefully have a visit from my eldest with the grandchildren, early evening meal with the rest of the children, so a fabulous day really. xx Jacqui

    • 11 March 2018 / 09:30

      Aww, it sounds like you have a great day ahead planned Jacqui. Just a quiet day here as my eldest boys have left home. Have a great day lovely x

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