Healthy lunch on the go, in glass jars!

It’s January and for many of us this month heralds the inevitable backlash against the indulgence of food and drink during the Christmas period. While there’s no shortage of advice on getting fit and healthy: gyms, the latest diets and the new super-foods, the expense, time and effort these things take can be overwhelming.

We have a simple and easy idea that ticks lots of boxes. A sustainable, money-saving and time-friendly solution: make delicious and healthy one-glass jar meals for the working week. (Hint-it will also save on the washing up!)

MONDAY

Courgette Noodle Salad

Utilise those spiralisers that everyone is raving about and make your morning meal preps easy with this nutritious and fresh salad in a glass jar. The tasty surprise is the delicious coconut, avocado and lime dressing! Get the recipe here.

TUESDAY

Toasted Oat and Coconut Muesli in a jar

It is the general consensus that breakfast is good at any time of the day and this is no exception to the rule. Rich and creamy with vegan-friendly almond milk (or cow’s if you prefer), make first thing in the morning and you’ll have a cheap, filling and delicious meal to enjoy when you need an energy boost. Perhaps after that lunchtime spin class you said you’d go to?

WEDNESDAY

Shrimp & Feta Cobb Salad

Missing that calorie filled, shop brought prawn cocktail sandwich? Well you won’t with this protein and fibre packed salad that will keep you full until dinnertime. There is no compromise on taste as well; there’s even a cheeky bit of bacon thrown in for those with a meatier palate.

THURSDAY

South-Western Chicken Fajita Jar Salad

Are we all in agreement over how tasty this looks?! And who doesn’t enjoy chicken fajitas? This portable one jar salad only has 166 calories per serving without the optional extras of the cheese, avocado and sour cream. Perfect for when you’re feeling good; also perfect for when you’re feeling a little naughtier!

FRIDAY

Asian Noodle Salad Jars

It’s now Friday, so normally that means take-away night! Well, get your craving fix in a healthy and mindful manner that won’t leave you with any of the guilt. With the sheer vibrancy of this Asian Noodle Salad, you know that those vegetables are doing your body the world of good!