Mediterranean Quinoa & White Bean Jars

lunch · Mediterranean-inspired

Mediterranean Quinoa & White Bean Jars

Make-ahead vegetarian lunches layered with quinoa, beans, vegetables, herbs, and lemon.

15 min 4 servings Easy $9.68 recipe est. · $2.42/serving
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Ingredients

For 4 servings

  • 2 cups quinoa, cooled
  • 15 oz cannellini bean, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups cucumber, diced
  • 2 cups tomato, halved
  • ½ cups parsley, chopped
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ¼ tsp salt

Equipment

Mixing bowl + Four jars

How to make it

  1. 1

    Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, and salt, then divide among four jars.

  2. 2

    Layer the beans, cucumber, tomatoes, and quinoa over the dressing. Refrigerate upright and shake before eating.

Storage & leftovers

Refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Serve cold; do not reheat.

Dietary & allergen notes

Suitable for: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, peanut-free, tree-nut-free, soy-free, sesame-free.

No major allergen is listed in the ingredients shown here. Packaged ingredients can vary, so always check labels and cross-contact information.

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