Do you have a glass jar that could use a little DIY treatment? If so, check out these ten ideas for homemade food in your jar.
Breakfast Ideas
There are so many great breakfast ideas that can be made using a glass jar. For example, you could make an omelet in a jar using eggs, cheese, and vegetables. Another idea is to make a quick and easy breakfast sandwich by filling a jar with scrambled eggs, cheese, and bacon. And finally, you could make some delicious fruit salad in a glass jar using fresh fruits and yogurt. There are endless possibilities for breakfast ideas using a glass jar!
Snack Ideas
If you’re looking for some delicious and healthy snack ideas that can be made in a glass jar, try out some of these recipes!
- Homemade Trail Mix: Combine your favorite dried fruits, nuts, and seeds into a small bowl and mix together well. Store the mixture in a glass jar for an easy grab-and-go snack.
- Veggie Tray: This tray is perfect for vegetarians or people who want to include more vegetables into their diet. Fill each glass jar with your favorite vegetables (such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, green beans) and top with hummus or cheese sauce. Serve chilled or at room temperature for optimal snacking pleasure.
- Energy Bites: These bites are perfect for a quick and healthy snack. Simply combine oats, nuts, and seeds with your favorite fruit or yogurt and store in a glass jar. When you’re ready to eat, simply grab a handful of energy bites and go!
- Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal: This oatmeal is delicious and filling. Start by boiling water in a pot on the stovetop and then add the oats to the pot. Next, add apple cider vinegar, honey, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Use a spoon to stir until everything is combined well. Serve hot with milk or yogurt as desired.
- Veggie Quinoa Burrito Bowls: These bowls are perfect for vegetarians or people who want to increase their vegetable intake. Start by cooking quinoa according to package instructions. Once the quinoa is cooked, add your favorite vegetables (such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, green beans) and toppings (such as salsa, hummus, cheese sauce) to each bowl and serve.
Lunch Ideas
There are many creative ways to pack your lunch using a glass jar. You can make a simple sandwich, or create a more elaborate meal by mixing and matching different ingredients. Here are some ideas to get you started:
Sandwich: Layer an apple, peanut butter and jelly, or cheese between two slices of bread.
Salad: Mix together greens, shredded cheese and diced tomatoes. Top with crumbled bacon or turkey for extra flavor.
Burrito Bowl: Fill a bowl with rice, black beans, shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes. Top with avocado, sour cream or guacamole for extra flavor.
Dinner Ideas
When it comes to dinner ideas, there is nothing more versatile than a glass jar. You can use them for everything from simple appetizers to full meals. Here are some dinner ideas by using glass jars:
-Easy and quick appetizers: Try serving up some easy and quick snacks like roasted peppers in a jar or a simple dip like hummus.
-Main course ideas: Think hearty and filling meals like chicken enchiladas in a jar or slow cooker chili.
-Desserts: Why not serve up your favorite dessert in a jar? This way, you don’t have to worry about making something special or complicated. Just whip up some ice cream or whipped cream pie in a jar and you’re ready to go!
With just a few simple supplies, you can create delicious and nutritious meals right in your jar. Which idea will you try first?
