Wash and thoroughly dry all vegetables. Ensuring your greens are completely dry is crucial for maintaining freshness.
Prepare all ingredients: halve cherry tomatoes, dice cucumber, shred carrot, and crumble feta cheese.
Pour approximately 1 tablespoon of lemon vinaigrette into the bottom of each mason jar.
Layer the hard vegetables directly on top of the dressing, starting with cucumber, followed by carrots.
Add the cherry tomatoes as your third layer.
If using optional add-ins like chickpeas, bell peppers, or red onion, add them next.
Sprinkle feta cheese over the vegetables, creating another protective layer.
Fill the remaining space with mixed greens, gently pressing down to compact slightly without crushing.
If using seeds or dried fruit, add them at the very top with the greens.
Seal the jars tightly with lids and refrigerate until ready to eat, up to 5 days.
When ready to eat, either shake the jar vigorously to distribute the dressing or pour into a bowl.
