Meal Prep Salad (Gluten Free)
The best meal prep salad recipes are ones packed with colorful crunchy veggies, lean protein and an fresh homemade dressing. This meal prep salad makes for an easy packed lunch since it is made in mason jars, plus it won't get soggy! It is gluten free and can be made dairy free or vegan with an easy adjustment.You can make this Meal Prep Salad in just 15 minutes! It is made with simple, affordable ingredients and won't break the bank...I'd argue this meal prep actually saves you money! I'd rather bring this than buy a $18 New York City Salad every day!
Ingredients
- 1 can tuna
- 2 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1 cup cucumber diced
- 1 tomato diced
- 1/4 cup white onion diced
- 1 cup chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup olives
- 1/4 cup Feta cheese or dairy-free feta
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 Lemon juiced
- 2 tsp Garlic powder divided
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and the juice of 1 lemon. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the dressing to the bottom of the mason jar first. This will prevent the lettuce from getting soggy.
- Layer the onion, cucumber, and chopped tomato next.
- Add in the tuna, olives and the feta.
- Then add the layer of lettuce on the top.
- Serve immediately.