need sealable salad containers

[hillview]

I need to pre make a bunch of salads (like 5) and put them in my fridge so I eat them. I currently have 2 large pyrex containers BUT I use them for other stuff. I'd love it if they were stackable for storage and not made of plastic (I KNOW this is crazy -- but that is why I am posting to your experts!).
TIA

[vludmilla]

I use smaller pyrex bowls for taking salad to work. I aim to keep them upright but they very rarely leak anyway. I think I use the 4-6 cup size...not sure?

[cilantromapuche]

I use the lunchbots leakproof containers in medium. I have four of them. The bottom is stainless steel but the lids are plastic. They don't look that big but the hold a HUGE amount.

[sarahsthreads]

We have this set (http://www.amazon.com/Pyrex-6022369-Storage-14-Piece-Round/dp/B0000CFTB0) of Pyrex (also some rectangular ones) and I bring things like soup to work in them. I do try to avoid them tipping, but haven't really had a problem with leaks.

Sarah :)

[LD92599]

I've seen recently of using mason jars for this exact purpose!

[abh5e8]

we love these containers...they come in all sizes and shapes.

http://www.amazon.com/GlassLock-1332-17-Ounce-Food-Storage-Containers/dp/B0027926FO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1370132765&sr=8-7&keywords=glass+storage

[Momit]

I've seen recently of using mason jars for this exact purpose!

Yes! Google Mason Jar salads - such a cool idea. I've seen it on FB and Pinterest and keep meaning to try it.

[BunnyBee]

Costco has a set of square Pyrex dishes with Snapware lids. I don't remember how many of each size. My husband dragged me away as the Pyrex cabinet is overflowing.

[tmahanes]

I've seen recently of using mason jars for this exact purpose!

We have been doing this. It works great and they last really well.

Assembly:

Salad dressing
Tomatoes
Peppers
Cucumbers
Meat or quinoa
Lettuce

This way the dressing does not make the Lettuce slimy. Dump out on a plate and it is in the right order!

I got the wide mouth pint and a half jars and they are a good size and there is no lip at the neck for dressing to get stuck on.

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[infomama]

:yeahthat: to the mason jar salads.
Here are some links to get you started....
http://frickonastick.com/2013/04/mason-jar-salads/
http://what2cook.net/2013/03/18/chunky-mediterranean-mason-jar-salad/
http://pinterest.com/katlthomas/mason-jar-recipes/

[ahisma]

I've seen recently of using mason jars for this exact purpose!

Yes, mason jars work great! You probably want the quart size, get the widemouthed ones.

[amatahrain]

I love the mason jar idea. DH takes a salad to work everyday and I know it's a PITA to make it daily. I'm going to try this.

[Pear]

Wide mouth mason jars. It really seems like the salad stays crisper in the Jason jars. I tend to make meal size salads so I use quart jars. DH just wants a side salad so a pint is perfect for him.

[Ceepa]

What a great idea. How do you keep the jars cold if taking them to work? Insulated bag with cold pack? Dh sometimes eats big salads at work.

[squimp]

I tried the mason jars but it was hard to distribute the dressing. I like the snaplock containers - they often have them at TJ Maxx for half retail.

[hillview]

ok I think for the $ the wide mouth jars are a great idea. Plus they will work well in the fridge. I am not excited that I have to dirty ANOTHER plate to eat it on but a small price :) I also dress the salad when I eat it so dressing isnt an issue.
THANKS!

[infomama]

Making lots of mason jar salads today including some for dds. I'm doing a Greek, wheat berry apple, Cobb and Mediterranean today.

[pastrygirl]

I do the make-ahead mason jar salads, too, complete with dressing. I've done as far as two days ahead so far, and they come out great!