Mason Jar Taco Salad: Amazing Portable Lunch Prep
Create a delicious and portable taco salad in a mason jar, perfect for your lunch on the go. This recipe is designed for easy preparation and enjoyment, making your workday or school day more flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Salad
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cooked ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup corn, drained
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 2 tablespoons shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons salsa
- 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- Optional: Avocado, cilantro, lime wedge
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the cooked ground meat with taco seasoning. Stir well.
- In your mason jar, layer the ingredients starting with the dressing (salsa and sour cream/yogurt).
- Next, add the beans, corn, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
- Add the seasoned meat.
- Top with shredded lettuce and cheese.
- If using, add avocado and cilantro.
- Seal the jar tightly.
- When ready to eat, shake the jar to combine the ingredients and enjoy.
Notes
- Prepare the meat and chop vegetables the night before for even faster assembly.
- Pack a fork or spoon with your mason jar salad.
- Keep the jar refrigerated until you are ready to eat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 jar
- Calories: Approximately 450-550 (depending on ingredients)
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: Varies
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