Everyone seems to love Kale when talking about healthy salads to enjoy. So find out why we think these are some of the best Kale Mason Jar Salads to give a spin.
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Kale Salads Provide Nutrients
Mason jar recipes that use kale are not uncommon. There is a misunderstanding that a mason jar salad is only found with a green better known as lettuce. That is farthest from the truth. In fact, kale (and his pal spinach) are perfect for different salad fixings. Using kale as the salad base, you bring in more vitamins and a different taste. Goodness, I’m getting hungry thinking about it!
So why raw kale? You might be thinking, it’s too bitter. Or maybe too tough to cut down, compared to lettuce, for a manageable salad. Well, the smaller the pieces, combined with the other ingredients, the less bitter the bite. In fact, if you eat kale on a regular basis, you know that balance of the vegetable, with other vegetables, is the key to a perfect range of flavors.
Only Raw Kale? Or Cooked too?
These recipes primarily highlight raw kale, but there are many that offer a delightful bite of cooked kale too. Perhaps not in a mason jar salad, but it’s important to say, kale can compete with lettuce and do a fabulous job filling you up.
I’ve come to believe, as I’ve gotten older, the more vegetables I eat, the better my body has become. Since soda didn’t grow on a vine, I dropped it years ago and added kale (and radishes) to better my health.
Some of the benefits of Mason Jar Kale Salads are:
- Kale keeps longer than lettuce and other greens.
- Delicious recipes makes salads lovely!
- Easy on the budget: Buying kale isn’t that much more than lettuce
- You can control the kale: You might decide not to use as much (or more) as you decide.
- Mason Jars can be washed: Reuse your mason jars and have the earth thank you!
Here are the best mason jar kale salad recipes to try:
15 Kale Mason Jar Salads to Enjoy
Kale might not be the traditional green leafy found in mason jar salads, but that's no reason not to try it. Full of nutrients and vitamins, the kale idea of a salad is perfect for a healthy diet. And it's delicious when you have the perfect recipes.
When you are chopping up kale for your salads and to place in the jars. Remember, smaller pieces are better. Typically, I try to keep the size to be around 2 inches square. Of course, you need to eyeball it, but remember the folds in the vegetable sometimes makes it much bigger than first reviewed. Smaller pieces make it easier to combine the ingredients as well! It will offer a balance and nothing will be hidden in the folds of the leafs
Kale and apple are the perfect combo when it comes to this recipe. We just love the nuts as well!
This is a very unique recipe that looks good but tastes even better.
Technically, this kale salad won't kill you as it tastes great. But if it did, you'd be good with that as it's so delicious.
We love the kale, quinoa and apple combination salad. There is something amazing about every bite.
This kale pasta salad is mind blowing. The balance between the green and noodle is perfect. Add the rest of the ingredients and you will be licking the jar.
No guilt is necessary for this mason jar kale salad. It's not only good, it's good for you.
Sweet Potato, Lentil & Kale Meal Prep Salads with Curry Tahini Dressing
I've always wondered about sweet potato and kale. Put your wonders to rest as the combination is worth every folk full of salad!
This yummy kale salad is full of nutrients and can have you wishing meals were easy like this every time.
Mason Jar Kale Barley Salad with Turmeric Vinaigrette - Sharon Palmer, The Plant Powered Dietitian
We love the freshness of this mason jar salad. It's different tasting than others yet exceptional.
This is a yummy kale infused mason jar salad. Even the kids love it!
Another great sweet potato and kale mason jar salad. We personally love the flavors!
This is a yummy recipe for a lunch or dinner side. The chickpea and kale are a good mixture.
Broccoli, kale and apple? Sounds odd for a mason jar salad yet works perfectly.
The crunch of this kale salad will have you taking bite after bite. It's scrumptious.
I love the infused flavor of this Mediterranean kale salad. it's worth a try!
In conclusion:
Have we convinced you to try Kale salads yet? With the convenience of a perfect size mason jar and great ingredients, you might be surprised at the results. If you’re still on the fence, take a peek at our other list of mason jar ingredients here. Or take a leap of faith and try my favorite kale salad, the No Guilt Kale Mason Jar Salad.