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Blueberry, Broccoli & Chickpea Detox Jar

Blueberry, Broccoli & Chickpea Detox Jar

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Five big jars of blueberries, broccoli, chickpeas, spinach and crunchy seeds over lemon vinaigrette. A simple way to meal prep lunches for a few days.
Prep Time25 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
CourseSalad
CuisineAmerican
Servings5 jars
Calories400

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 10 tbsp lemon vinaigrette
  • 6 mini cucumbers sliced
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1/2 red onion chopped
  • One 15-oz can chickpeas drained
  • 1 1/4 cups chopped broccoli
  • 1 pint fresh blueberries
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded carrots
  • 5 cups baby spinach
  • 5 tbsp chopped raw almonds
  • 5 tbsp pumpkin seeds

Equipment

  • 32-oz jars
  • cutting board
  • chef’s knife

Directions
 

  1. Prepare: Wash the produce and dry it thoroughly, drain the chickpeas, and make or buy a lemon vinaigrette.
  2. Assemble: Divide the dressing between the jars. Add cucumber, onion, chickpeas, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, blueberries, spinach, almonds, and pumpkin seeds. Chill the jars upright; empty into bowls before eating.
  3. Store: Refrigerate right away; for meal prep, eat within 3 days.
  4. Serve: Stand the jar upright until you are ready to eat. Pour it into a bowl, toss with the dressing, and serve cold.

Notes

Keep refrigerated at 40°F (4°C) or below.

Nutrition

Serving: 502g | Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 4.1g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 182mg | Potassium: 967mg | Fiber: 9.8g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 8403IU | Vitamin C: 54mg | Calcium: 148mg | Iron: 3.6mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 5 jars; lemon vinaigrette counted as oil and vinegar dressing, One 15-oz can chickpeas counted as canned chickpeas, drained (one can 250 g). Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.