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What better way to celebrate Independence Day than with an adorable and portable Mason Jar Salad? This 4th of July Salad with strawberries, blueberries, and feta is a fun way to celebrate Summer while staying healthy.
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What’s in this Mason Jar Salad Recipe?
When someone (who is clearly a genius) came up with mason jar salads, I bet they were pretty pleased with themselves. Portable, adorable, and delicious– I think I’m in love! This fun and festive 4th of July salad is the perfect appetizer for your celebration!
- Poppy Seed Dressing: This is my favorite dressing for this type of salad!
- Strawberries: Add a festive red element and a wonderful fruity flavor to this salad.
- Feta Cheese: The perfect white element that’s creamy and tangy to offset all that wonderful sweet fruit.
- Blueberries: These give us the blue element for this salad.
- Spring Mix Lettuce: I love a good mix of greens in my salads, but feel free to choose your favorite blend!
Pro Tip: Make sure the salad dressing goes on the bottom so your lettuce doesn’t get soggy!
Variations on Salad in a Mason Jar
This method for making salads is so fun, easy, and endlessly adaptable. So start with your favorite dressing (ranch is calling my name!), stack up your favorite toppings (fresh veggies, grilled chicken, cheese, candied nuts… go crazy!), and enjoy!
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How do you seal a Mason jar salad?
The best thing about this salad is that it’s easy to seal and save! Just screw on the lid and pop it in the fridge! If you don’t have a lid handy, you can also place some plastic wrap on top and secure it with a rubber band.
Does salad last longer in glass jars?
When layered like this, it does! Separating the dressing from the greens especially helps to preserve their freshness!
How do you eat a mason jar salad?
Simply shake up the salad (with the lid on, of course!) and eat it right from the jar or dump it into a bowl.
How to Store
Store leftover mason jar salad in the original (unshaken) jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before enjoying.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this fun and festive 4th of July salad at your BBQ alongside classics, like grilled hot dogs, juicy grilled burgers, grilled corn on the cob, and macaroni salad. Finish the night with some red, white, and blue popsicles, or triple berry tiramisu!
5-Star Review
“I love the taste of the strawberries and blueberries with the poppy seed dressing!” – Victoria
Recipe
Mason Jar Salad (4th of July Salad)
3.74 from 23 votes
Author: Becky Hardin
Prep: 10 minutes minutes
Cook: 0 minutes minutes
Total: 10 minutes minutes
Serves2
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Add a mix of berries, lettuce, feta, and poppyseed dressing into mason jars to make individual-sized salads you can bring to potlucks, picnics, and more.
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Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons poppy seed dressing store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup chopped strawberries
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup blueberries
- 2 cups spring mix lettuce
Recommended Equipment
2 Mason Jars
Instructions
To assemble your mason jars, start by pouring in 2 tablespoons of poppy seed dressing into each jar. Top with ½ cup strawberries, ¼cup feta, ¼ cup blueberries, and finally 1 cup lettuce. Repeat with the second mason jar.
4 tablespoons poppy seed dressing, 1 cup chopped strawberries, ½ cup crumbled feta cheese, ½ cup blueberries, 2 cups spring mix lettuce
To eat, shake vigorously and enjoy straight from the jar or poured into a bowl.
Last step! Don’t forget to show me a pic of what you made! Upload an image or tag me @thecookierookie on Instagram!
Becky’s tips
- Make sure the salad dressing goes on the bottom so your lettuce doesn’t get soggy!
- Shake well before serving.
Storage:Store mason jar salad sealed in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1salad Calories: 308kcal (15%) Carbohydrates: 26g (9%) Protein: 10g (20%) Fat: 20g (31%) Saturated Fat: 7g (44%) Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g Monounsaturated Fat: 4g Cholesterol: 46mg (15%) Sodium: 767mg (33%) Potassium: 632mg (18%) Fiber: 5g (21%) Sugar: 16g (18%) Vitamin A: 17726IU (355%) Vitamin C: 68mg (82%) Calcium: 287mg (29%) Iron: 3mg (17%)
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Meet Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.
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Shelley
Posted on 8/28/2020
I thought it said somewhere that it was good in the fridge for X amount of days….or did I just make that up? LoL
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Steverino
Posted on 7/2/2019
You are 1 STAR. And a pathetic individual for giving this recipe one star, when it inspires people that may not eat healthy to try something delicious and healthy.
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Victoria
Posted on 4/9/2019
I love the taste of the strawberries and blueberries with the poppy seed dressing!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 4/9/2019
Reply to Victoria
Thanks Victoria!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 1/24/2018
I used store bought poppy seed dressing. I’m not sure why that makes this recipe a one star, but to each their own. There are lots of great recipes for poppy seed dressing on the internet, here is one we love. Thanks. https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/sweet-poppy-seed-dressing
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Kari
Posted on 6/11/2015
Where may I find your recipe for the poppy seed dressing?
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 6/11/2015
Reply to Kari
Hey Kari, I just used store-bought poppy seed dressing for this one. I have never made it, but I’ve heard its pretty easy!
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Ashley
Posted on 5/26/2015
What a pretty salad! I haven’t made a mason jar salad yet so I’m even later than you to the party! haha
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 5/26/2015
Reply to Ashley
Thanks girl!!
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Jennie @onesweetmess
Posted on 5/24/2015
I have yet to jump on the salad in a jar bandwagon. They are super cute, and I love the fruit and feta combo. Gorgeous photos.
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 5/26/2015
Reply to Jennie @onesweetmess
Thank you so much Jennie!!
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Cristina @ I Say Nomato
Posted on 5/24/2015
What a fun idea for a salad! And a little twist on the same old mason jar salads. YUM!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 5/26/2015
Reply to Cristina @ I Say Nomato
Thanks so much Cristina!
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Malinda @countrysidecravings
Posted on 5/24/2015
I have yet to make a mason jar salad! I think they are super cute and I really don’t know why I haven’t made one. I am always like 5 years behind on trends it seems, but oh well better late then never! This salad is super cute and festive and I bet it tastes great too!! Love it!!
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 5/26/2015
Reply to Malinda @countrysidecravings
I’m ALWAYS behind on trends too Malinda…ha! Thanks so much for stopping by!
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Susie Gall
Posted on 5/24/2015
Love this idea. Seriously, like you said, this salad is adorable.
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Becky Hardin
Posted on 5/26/2015
Reply to Susie Gall
Thanks mom!!!
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