Brown Rice, Spinach, & Butternut Squash Mason Jar Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups cubed butternut squash (1/4-inch cubes)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 2 cups shredded spinach
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • Cooked or grilled chicken sliced

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss butternut squash with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Spread into a single layer on a sheet tray. Bake until squash is tender and starting to brown, 35 to 40 minutes.
  2. Layer mason jars in the following order. Brown rice, butternut squash, blue cheese, chicken and spinach.
  3. Enjoy!
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