Meal Prep Salad Jars

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in fat and calories.

quinoa

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice is more affordable and still nutritious.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar has health benefits and is often cheaper.

Make peanut butter dressing with 1/2 cup peanut butter, soy sauce, chili, honey, and lime juice.

Add boiling water to the dressing to keep it loose.

Pour dressing into the base of the salad jar.

Add cubed tofu to marinate in the dressing.

Add coriander stalks and spring onions for flavor.

Layer tropical fruit (peach) for sweetness.

Add quinoa as a carbohydrate source.

Place cucumber on top to prevent sogginess.

Add pre-made SLO for convenience.

Finish with herbs (coriander, mint) and peanuts for crunch.

Seal jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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