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Spinach: The Other Leafy Green Mason Jar Salad Fixing
Spinach or spinach where art thou? Remember the first time you were introduced to mason jar salads? For most of us, it was a delicious lettuce based salad that gave us delight. As we explored more of the different ingredients we quickly found out that spinach was also another green base for a salad. If you ask me, spinach might not get the spotlight as often as it deserves.
The nutrient level of spinach is overall bigger than lettuce, plus the flavor seems to lean more towards chicken and other proteins. Yet, lettuce has always overpowered this salad ingredient. Well, not here and not now. We are raising our spinach flag and sharing our love for this vegetable.
The cool thing about spinach is not only does it taste good, there is minimal effort in preparations. Unless you like mini bites, the individual leaf is the perfect size for a mouthful. That ease makes spinach my go to greens when I am in a hurry.
As previously mentioned, I enjoy a protein with spinach more than lettuce. Fancy seafood like shrimp and salmon (OK, fancy to me) are perfect with this vegetable. The salads also lean towards any type of dressing – oil or creamy. Leaving me no reason not to grab spinach anytime I can.
Some of the benefits of Spinach Mason Jar Salads are:
- It’s different and can offer entirely unique flavors
- Delicious! It’s not bitter like kale or plain like lettuce
- Easy on the budget: Spinach can be purchased reasonably in a bag
- Packs fast! You can squish spinach in every bottle.
- You can eat it easy with the bite sized leaves.
- Mason Jars can be washed: Reuse your mason jars and have the earth thank you!
Here are 13 Superb spinach mason jar salad recipes to try:
13 Superb Spinach Mason Jar Salad Recipes
When it comes to mason jar salads, it's not required that you make it with lettuce. In fact, some of the most amazing salads can be created with spinach as the base green vegetable. And your taste buds will agree that the flavors are worth the effort as the taste is so good.
Another great reason to bring on the spinach is the nutritional value found in spinach. This raw vegetable is full of vitamins and minerals. Sorry lettuce, you aren't the only great green ingredient in mason jar salads.
This strawberry and spinach combination is perfect! Offering the best of the season, it's a perfect idea for serving guests.
We love rainbow salads! The inclusion of spinach in this recipe will impress you too!
The combination of apple and walnut is highlighted with the spinach in this recipe. The taste (and the texture) is absolutely over the top!
We love this recipe for a much needed protein packed lunch. Making it ahead and packing it in a jar, makes it ready on a whim.
This traditional mason jar spinach salad is perfect for a solid meal. It's well balanced and delicious.
The freshness of this salad will make lunch a moment of heaven. The spinach and pomegranate is a perfect combo!
We have found only a few recipes with spinach and quinoa. This happens to be one of our favs!
The kids absolutely love this chicken and spinach mason jar salad. Which is why we have it often.
The chicken and spinach in this mason jar salad recipe tends to compliment each other very nicely.
I know it's the baby spinach in this recipe that draws me to make it again and again. Scrumptious.
The uniqueness of this recipe is what makes it taste so fresh. A must try!
If you are looking for a lighter dressing spinach salad, this is the perfect choice.
While the title says it all, the clean eating of this mason jar salad makes it perfect for dieting or putting your health back on track.
In conclusion:
If you are nervous about dipping your toe into the spinach pool, may I suggest one of my favorite spinach mason jar salads: Spinach and Turkey.
If you’re looking to further explore ingredients in your mason jar salad, check out our mega list of mason jar ingredients here. We’ve got some great ideas to entice your salad!