This Mason Jar Greek Salad is my go-to for a quick, healthy lunch. Layered with fresh veggies, feta, chicken, and a zesty dressing, it’s easy to make and perfect for meal prep!
It costs around $11.76 to make 6, and EACH salad costs about $1.96!
Easy to grab and go, these mason jar salads are perfect for lunches, picnics, or quick dinners. They help you stay on track with your health goals while enjoying every bite. These salads are healthy, low-carb, gluten-free, and each one has just 496 calories.
These are huge, filling, 4-cup salads. They cost less than $2.00 each to make—you’d easily pay five times that at a restaurant! They are super practical, and looking pretty is just a bonus. You can prep this Greek salad recipe for the week and have an easy lunch at home or on the go.
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Why I Love Mason Jar Greek Salad
- Delicious: Homemade Greek dressing adds authentic Mediterranean flavor.
- Long-Lasting Freshness: Ingredients stay crisp and tasty for days.
- Balanced Nutrition: Packed with fresh veggies, protein, and healthy fats.
Ingredients & Estimated Cost:
GREEK DRESSING: $1.61
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil – $1.16
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar – $0.26
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice – $0.07
- 1 large garlic clove – $0.05
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard – $0.01
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano – $0.03
- ¼ teaspoon salt – $0.01
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper – $0.02
SALAD: $10.15
- 1 dry pint grape tomatoes – $1.97
- 15.5 oz can garbanzo beans – $0.86
- 1 large cucumber – $0.48
- 1 large bell pepper – $0.83
- ½ small red onion – $0.37
- 2 cups shredded chicken – $2.08
- ½ cup feta cheese – $1.32
- 5 cups Romaine lettuce – $0.50
- 1 cup Kalamata olives – $1.74
The recipe cost is calculated by the amounts needed and will vary based on fluctuating grocery costs. To learn more about how we price our recipes, check out Budget Recipes Explained. The pricing for this recipe was updated in June 2024.
Equipment
- 6 quart-size Mason jars
- cutting board
- chef’s knife
How To Make Mason Jar Greek Salad
Make Greek Dressing:
- Place all dressing ingredients into a mason jar, food processor, or blender.
- Shake, process, or blend until combined and emulsified, and Chill in the refrigerator.
Assemble Salads:
- Add 2 tablespoons of dressing to the bottom of each mason jar.
- Divide the grape tomatoes, garbanzo beans, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, shredded chicken, feta cheese, and olives evenly between the jars.
- Top with lettuce, distributing evenly among the jars.
- Close the lids and refrigerate until ready to eat.
- When ready to eat, shake the jar for 30-60 seconds and enjoy!
***For complete recipe instructions, see the recipe card below.
Recipe Tip
Strategically layer the ingredients to keep everything fresh and crisp. The dressing is placed at the bottom of jarred salads to prevent the other ingredients from getting soggy. By layering the salad with the dressing at the bottom and the more delicate ingredients, such as greens, at the top, you keep everything fresh and crisp until you’re ready to eat.
Recipe FAQs
These salads can stay fresh for up to 5 days if stored properly in the refrigerator.
Absolutely! You can substitute shredded chicken with grilled shrimp, tofu, or even chickpeas for a vegetarian option.
You can use any airtight container, but mason jars work best to keep the ingredients layered and fresh.
Yes, feel free to add or substitute any vegetables you like, such as spinach, radishes, or carrots.
Quart-sized (32-ounce) mason jars work best for this recipe to accommodate the large, filling portions. We like to use these jars when making this salad.
When you’re ready to eat, shake the jar well to mix the ingredients and dressing, then enjoy directly from the jar or pour into a bowl.
Storage Tips
SERVE: You can keep the salad at room temperature for up to 2 hours.
STORE: You can keep the salads in the refrigerator for about 5-7 days.
FREEZE: Leafy greens are never a good idea to freeze; therefore, this recipe will not freeze well.
Recipe Variations
This recipe is easily adaptable to personal tastes and budgets. Feel free to customize it by adding or removing any salad ingredients. Here are some more ideas for different variations:
- Vegetarian: Replace chicken with chickpeas or tofu.
- Seafood: Use grilled shrimp or tuna.
- Leafy Greens: Mix in spinach, arugula, or kale with the lettuce.
- Crunchy Additions: Add sliced radishes, shredded carrots, or bell peppers.
- Vegan: Skip the feta and chicken, and add extra veggies or plant-based proteins.
- Quinoa: Add a layer of cooked quinoa for extra protein and fiber.
- Different Cheeses: Try crumbled goat cheese or shredded mozzarella.
- Fresh Herbs: Add chopped parsley, dill, or mint for a fresh burst of flavor.
- Olives: Include a mix of different olives, such as Kalamata or green olives.
- Nuts and Seeds: Sprinkle in sunflower seeds, pine nuts, or slivered almonds for added crunch.
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Mason Jar Greek Salad
Recipe Cost 11.76 Serving Cost 1.96Equipment
- 6 quart-size Mason jars
- cutting board
- chef's knife
Ingredients
GREEK DRESSING:
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup red wine vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 large garlic clove grated
- ½ teaspoon dijon mustard
- ¾ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
SALAD:
- 1 dry pint grape tomatoes rinsed and drained
- 15.5 oz can garbanzo beans drained
- 1 large cucumber rinsed and chopped
- 1 large bell pepper (any color) chopped
- ½ small red onion sliced
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- ½ cup feta cheese
- 1 cup Greek Kalamata olives drained
- 5 cups chopped Romaine lettuce
Instructions
MAKE GREEK DRESSING:
- Place all of the ingredients into a mason jar, food processor, or blender.
- Shake/process/blend until the mixture is combined and the dressing has emulsified.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
ASSEMBLE SALADS:
- Place 2 Tablespoons of the salad dressing at the bottom of each Mason jar.
- Evenly divide the grape tomatoes, garbanzo beans, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, shredded chicken, feta cheese, and olives between the jars.
- Evenly distribute the lettuce among the mason jars. Close the lids and keep in the refrigerator until ready to eat.
- When you’re ready to eat, shake the mason jar for 30-60 seconds and then eat!
Amanda says
This Greek Mason Jar Salad recipe is my new favorite. Absolutely scrumptious!
Amanda says
I can’t believe how delicious this Greek Salad Meal Prep turned out. Will make again!
Linda says
I’m the same way! I’m always scrounging around for something for lunch or buying packaged salads and adding roasted chicken. This seems like such a simple solution and saves me money too. Plus I can add in what I like. I made these this week and don’t think I’ll go back to packaged salads ever again. Great idea to put the lettuce on the top too so it doesn’t get all wilted from the salad dressing.
Jess Jankowski says
That’s so awesome! Who knew a mason jar could be so life changing?! Thanks for stopping by!
Brandi says
I’m so excited that these are so budget friendly. You really can’t beat less than $2 for each salad. And the flavors are amazing!
Jess Jankowski says
You’re right, you really can’t beat it! The price and taste make this recipe a no brainer!