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California Turkey, Chickpea & Sun-Dried Tomato Jar

California Turkey, Chickpea & Sun-Dried Tomato Jar

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Five mason jar salads with smoked turkey, chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes and goat cheese over a honey balsamic vinaigrette, topped with arugula. Easy to pack for the week.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
CourseSalad
CuisineAmerican
Servings5 jars
Calories467

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 4 tsp melted honey
Salad
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
  • 5 small cucumbers sliced
  • One 15-oz can chickpeas rinsed
  • One 3-oz package sun-dried tomatoes
  • 10 tbsp goat cheese
  • 1/2 lb smoked deli turkey chopped
  • One 5-oz package arugula

Equipment

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

Directions
 

  1. Prepare: Whisk or shake the vinaigrette ingredients together. Drain the chickpeas and pat them dry. Chop the vegetables and turkey.
  2. Assemble: Divide 2–3 tbsp vinaigrette among five jars, then add tomatoes, cucumbers, chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, turkey, cheese, and arugula. Refrigerate; empty onto plates to serve.
  3. Store: Refrigerate right away; for meal prep, eat within 3 days.
  4. Serve: Keep the jar upright until it is time to eat. Tip it into a bowl, toss the salad with the dressing, and serve cold.

Notes

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

Nutrition

Serving: 451g | Calories: 467kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 5.8g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 633mg | Potassium: 1374mg | Fiber: 7.5g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 1689IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 5 jars; Italian seasoning counted as dried oregano, One 15-oz can chickpeas counted as canned chickpeas, drained (one can 250 g), goat cheese counted as soft goat cheese, smoked deli turkey counted as sliced turkey breast. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.