How to Make Salad in a Jar

Salad in a Jar

  • Do you have trouble preparing a healthy lunch for yourself every day?
  • Do you often find yourself throwing out expensive lettuce because you didn’t eat it before it turned brown?
  • Looking to maintain your weight or possibly lose a few pounds?

Salad in a jar is my answer to all of the above. Read more about how I vacuum-pack Romaine lettuce once a week to carry in my lunch bag every day. It’s quick, saves money, and best of all, helps me keep my calorie intake where it needs to be despite my vicious sweet tooth.

Check out my video to get started and then read the posts listed below for more details.

 

Salad in a Jar

Salad Fixins

The Lettuce Experiment

How to Make Salad in a Jar That Lasts a Week–a Video and FAQ

Which Vacuum-Pack Machine Should I Buy to Make Salad in a Jar?

Don’t be misled. I don’t eat salad ALL the time. Check out my recipe index for proof.

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{ 10 comments… read them below or add one }

1 Gina Campbell November 7, 2011 at 2:18 pm

I was just wondering which Foodsaver you actually have. This is the most amazing idea!!! I love your website!!!!

Thanks
Gina

2 Paula November 7, 2011 at 8:45 pm

Gina,
I have the V2250. It’s white but I found a black one like it here. http://www.amazon.com/FoodSaver-Advanced-Design-Vacuum-Sealer/dp/B0044XDA3S/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1320719948&sr=8-1-fkmr0
Honestly, any FoodSaver System will work that has an attachment port. This is absolutely necessary. Of course, you will also need to buy the wide-mouth jar lid attachment–available online. Write back if you still have a question. Paula

3 Tina December 9, 2011 at 2:57 pm

This is a total God send!!! I make salad for myself and husband EVERY day for lunch. Needless to say, I have salad burn out!!! This is going to be so helpful to me. I’m going shopping as soon as I get off work!!! Thank you for sharing this.

4 Debbie December 31, 2011 at 10:11 am

Would this work with freshsaver bags instead of jars? Its a great idea-we are always throwing out lettuce that has gone bad!

5 Paula December 31, 2011 at 10:56 am

It would squeeze your lettuce but you can try it. I have not because I don’t want it all smashed. Also, the bags are expensive. I would be using a bag every day. Yikes.

6 Peggy January 2, 2012 at 10:06 am

I cut the bags larger than needed, so when I cut them open they can be washed and re-used. I can use several time, just for smaller amounts each time.

7 Sharla January 14, 2012 at 8:57 pm

Hi Paula,
I was wondering if you can re-use the metal lid, not the ring part. I’m sure that can be re-used. :-) Just curious.
Thanks,
Sharla

8 Paula January 14, 2012 at 9:55 pm

Sharla, You can reuse the flat tops until they rust or get bent to the point that they no longer seal. I’ve been using several of mine 5+ years. pr

9 karen ogrady February 10, 2012 at 7:56 pm

Hey Paula,
is it possible to put raw cut up veggies in with the lettuce? Or will that affect the time the lettuce stays fresh? I really love fresh cut up peppers and onions on the salad.
This is a brilliant idea by the way! Love this website.
Karen

10 Paula February 10, 2012 at 9:53 pm

Hi Karen, Thanks for your kind words. You guessed right. Adding veggies will decrease the time your lettuce stays fresh and I want mine to last at least 8-9 days. Some veggies last longer than others. I have written about this here. pr

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