This Smoked Herring Mason Jar Salad offers up robust nutrition and a delicious make-ahead lunch option. These jars are a great way to mix up your weekly meals!
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Total Time10 minutesmins
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2servings
Author: Cassy
Ingredients
For the Herring Mason Jar Salads:
1 1/2cupsfresh spinach
2medium red potatoesboiled, cooled then chopped into 2-inch chunks
1, 3.25ouncecan smoked herringchopped into bite-sized pieces
1teaspooncapers
For the Ranch Dressing:
1/2cupavocado oil mayo
1 1/2tablespoonslemon juice
1teaspoondried dill
Pinchsea salt
Instructions
Whisk together the ingredients for the ranch dressing in a medium bowl, then add the herring and toss to coat.
Layer the spinach in the bottom of a mason jar. Toss boiled and cooled potatoes with a pinch of sea salt and layer on top of the spinach.
Divide the herring mixture in half and spoon over the potatoes. Top with capers and serve or screw on the lid for later serving!
Notes
Spinach, potatoes, smoked herring, ranch, and salty capers are layered together for an easy, portable, and nutrient-dense lunch option!