Mason Jar Salad

Amaranth, cooked

Pistachio Meats or Berry

Nut Seed Crunch

Tart Dried Cherries

Salad greens: spinach, romaine, kale

Other fresh vegetables: chopped tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, peppers, etc

Cooked beans-Pinto Beans or Small Red Beans

Salad Dressing

Using a clean mason jar or any jar or container with a lid, layer your favorite salad ingredients for a healthy, portable salad. Start with a layer of salad dressing to keep the other ingredients from getting soggy. Next, add a protein rich layer or beans or cooked quinoa or kaniwa. Layer your favorite chopped vegetables next. Top with nuts, dried fruits or seeds. Top with your favorite salad greens. Close the lid and refrigerate until you are ready to eat. Eat in the jar or empty onto a plate or bowl.