Description

Fresh, colorful, and satisfying low-carb mason jar salads featuring roasted cauliflower, crisp vegetables, and protein-packed toppings. Perfect for meal prep and staying on track with your healthy eating goals.

Ingredients

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2 cups cauliflower florets, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 cups mixed salad greens
4 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
1 large avocado, cubed
1/2 cup ranch dressing (sugar-free)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

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Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
2. Spread cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and tender. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
3. While cauliflower cools, prepare all other ingredients by washing, chopping, and dicing vegetables. Cook bacon until crispy and crumble it. Set all ingredients in separate bowls.
4. Begin assembling jars by adding 2-3 tablespoons of ranch dressing to the bottom of each quart-sized mason jar.
5. Layer ingredients in this order: cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, cooled roasted cauliflower, crumbled bacon, and shredded cheese.
6. Pack mixed greens firmly at the top of each jar, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top. Add avocado cubes just before sealing if eating within 2 days, or add fresh when ready to eat.
7. Seal jars tightly with lids and store upright in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
8. When ready to eat, shake the jar vigorously to distribute dressing or pour contents into a large bowl and toss. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Store jars upright in refrigerator for up to 5 days. Add avocado on the day of eating for best results. You can substitute any low-carb dressing of your choice. For extra protein, add grilled chicken or hard-boiled eggs.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 jar
Calories: 285
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 620mg
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 12g