Aloha Salad in a Jar

Feel the Hawaiian Aloha spirit with this tropical salad and pineapple vinaigrette dressing.

ALOHA SALAD IN A JAR RECIPE

Makes: 4 jars

Time: 10 minutes to assemble

Ingredients for Salad

- 4 cups romaine

- 4 cups kale

- 1 cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced

- 1 cup edamame, shelled

- 1 whole pineapple, cubed and reserve juice

- 4 mandarin oranges, peeled and separated into wedges

- 12 tbsp (3/4 cup) macadamia nuts

- 8 tbsp (1/2 cup) toasted coconut strips

- 4 tbsp green onion, chopped

Ingredients for Pineapple Vinaigrette

- 4 tbsp (1/2 cup) fresh pineapple juice

- 3 tbsp olive oil

- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar

- salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients for vinaigrette and mix well.

2. Measure and add 2 tbsp of the vinaigrette to each jar.

3. Add 1/4 cup each of red bell pepper and edamame to each jar.

4. Add about 1/3 cup pineapple cubes and 1 mandarin orange to each jar.

5. Add 2 cups mixed romaine and kale.

6. Top each jar with 3 tbsp macadamia nuts, 2 tbsp coconut strips, and 1 tbsp green onion.

7. Place top on jar and tighten.

8. Store in refrigerator and eat within 5 days.

Nutrition (no dressing)

Dressing