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The Best Detox Salad In A Jar

This nutritious salad is the perfect healthy lunch to take on the go!
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Universal
Keyword: Detox, Quick and Easy, Vegetarian
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 486kcal
Author: Kelsey Butler, MS, RDN

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric

Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds shelled
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese optional

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper to make dressing.
  • Divide cooked quinoa between two jars. Top with cucumbers, bell peppers, avocado, pomegranate seeds, pumpkin seeds (and feta cheese if desired).
  • Pour dressing over top and cover jars and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1jar | Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 48g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 1027mg | Potassium: 1015mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2273IU | Vitamin C: 118mg | Calcium: 259mg | Iron: 4mg |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 17
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 17
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 17