{"id":16145,"date":"2021-06-05T08:13:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-05T15:13:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/green-mom.com\/?p=16145"},"modified":"2021-06-05T08:59:15","modified_gmt":"2021-06-05T15:59:15","slug":"snacks-go-mason-jar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zerowastefamily.com\/snacks-go-mason-jar","title":{"rendered":"Snacks In A Jar To Go"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

I love using mason jars for my foods-to-go, so why not also make snacks in a jar-to-go?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, why make any food-to-go in a jar? I\u2019m a very busy mom of three who is a business owner and has a husband who travels for work, so I must be organized to make my day-to-day work go smoothly. Also, when I\u2019m busy, it\u2019s easy to either forget to eat or to grab something not so healthy when running out the door. So, pre-making foods and snacks that are easily stored and organized is a great way to facilitate eating well. Making snacks in jars has been a healthy eating game changer for my family and me. Having healthful, simple, easy-to-grab snacks on hand in the fridge is a lifesaver, for sure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There are many places where you can buy mason jars individually, but typically you can buy them in a case of 12 from Target. They also can be found in grocery stores or canning supply stores. I also use recycled mason jars. They come with lids and in many different sizes. The best jars for meals on the go are pint sized and quart sized, with a wide mouth. I like the bigger ones for smoothies. Because the opening is larger, this makes them much easier to fill and easier to clean! The lids also can be cleaned and reused countless times. Using a mason jar for meals is quick, easy and environmentally friendly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you already have tried using mason jars for packing meals<\/a>, you know the magic. These containers are basically leak proof and can be heated in the microwave if needed. Because they are made from glass, there is no risk of leaching chemicals, as plastic does. The only downside is that they are a little heavy; but this doesn\u2019t have to be a problem, especially if you use a cooler, a lunch box, or have a fridge to store them in during the day. Almost anything can be packed into a mason jar. I also use my mason jars for freezing food and food food storage in my pantry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Green Smoothie<\/strong>\u2014Great way to get fruits and vegetables and protein in one yummy and sweet smoothie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n