Ingredients
Method
- Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add the orzo and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Spread on a sheet pan or plate to cool completely.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- While the orzo cools, halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, halve the olives, and thinly slice the red onion. Crumble the feta cheese.
- Divide the dressing evenly among four wide-mouth quart-sized mason jars (about 2 tablespoons per jar). Layer in this order: chickpeas, olives, red onion, cooled orzo, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and finally baby spinach on top.
- Secure the lids tightly on each jar. Store upright in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- When ready to eat, shake the jar vigorously to distribute the dressing throughout all the layers. Enjoy directly from the jar or pour into a bowl.
Notes
• For the best texture, keep the jars upright during storage so the dressing stays at the bottom.
• Add fresh herbs like basil, dill, or parsley to the spinach layer for even more flavor.
• If meal prepping, leave the feta and spinach out of jars you won't eat within 2 days, and add them fresh before serving.
• Add fresh herbs like basil, dill, or parsley to the spinach layer for even more flavor.
• If meal prepping, leave the feta and spinach out of jars you won't eat within 2 days, and add them fresh before serving.
