Turkey Cobb Salad Mason Jar Meal Prep | CookOS

Turkey Cobb Salad

Name: Turkey Cobb Salad Mason Jar Meal Prep
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 c romaine lettuce, roughly chopped; 1 c turkey kebab, roughly chopped, or leftover turkey breast; 1/2 lb pre-cooked turkey bacon, roughly chopped; 1 c cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 c pickled red onions, or half that amount of fresh red onions; 1 avocado, halved and chopped; 4 hard boiled eggs, halved and quartered; 1/2 c red wine vinaigrette, store bought or homemade; 1/4 c blue cheese, crumbled; 4 32oz mason jars with lids

Turkey Cobb Salad is a protein-packed, layered salad designed for meal prep in mason jars, combining grilled turkey breast, turkey bacon, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, and blue cheese with red wine vinaigrette. The jar format keeps ingredients separated and fresh for days, making it ideal for grab-and-go lunches.

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Total

15 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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From National Turkey Federation

Ingredients

2 c romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
1 c turkey kebab, roughly chopped, or leftover turkey breast
1/2 lb pre-cooked turkey bacon, roughly chopped
1 c cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 c pickled red onions, or half that amount of fresh red onions
1 avocado, halved and chopped
4 hard boiled eggs, halved and quartered
1/2 c red wine vinaigrette, store bought or homemade
1/4 c blue cheese, crumbled
4 32oz mason jars with lids

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Instructions

1
With all of the ingredients prepped, set up the four mason jars on your kitchen counter.
2
Fill the bottom of each jar with 2 tbsp of red wine vinaigrette.
3
Add ingredients to each jar in the following order: chopped avocado, turkey, cherry tomatoes, turkey bacon, eggs, pickled onions and blue cheese.
4
Top each off with a handful of lettuce, and seal with the lid.
5
Refrigerate until ready to go and don't forget your reusable salad fork!
6
When ready to eat, give the jar a good shake so everything is combined.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Layer dressing at the bottom of the jar against the glass, followed by hard vegetables and proteins, with delicate lettuce and avocado on top—this order keeps greens crisp for days.
Chop all ingredients to roughly the same size (about 1-inch pieces) so they distribute evenly through each jar layer and eat at the same pace.
Use pre-cooked turkey bacon or buy rotisserie turkey to cut prep time; leftover turkey breast works equally well.
If packing avocado for later in the week, add it fresh on serving day or toss it with lemon juice to slow browning.

Substitutions

red wine vinaigrette → balsamic vinaigrette or ranch (adjust acidity to taste)
hard boiled eggs → grilled chicken breast or chickpeas (for vegetarian/vegan)
blue cheese → feta, goat cheese, or omit (dairy-free)
turkey bacon → regular bacon or omit (vegetarian)

Storage & make-ahead

Layer and refrigerate in sealed mason jars for up to 4 days; shake well before eating. Add fresh avocado on serving day to prevent browning.

Equipment

4 mason jars (32 oz) with lids

Common Questions

How long does mason jar cobb salad last in the fridge?

3–4 days. Keep dressing on the bottom (against the glass) to prevent lettuce from wilting. The avocado may brown slightly after day 2; add it fresh on serving days if making ahead.

Can I prep this salad without mason jars?

Yes. Toss all ingredients in a bowl just before eating, or layer in a large container and dress right before serving to keep lettuce crisp.

What can I use instead of blue cheese?

Feta, goat cheese, or cheddar work well. For dairy-free, skip the cheese or use a cashew-based alternative.

Can I make this salad ahead and dress it?

Layer the dressing on the bottom of the jar (touching glass only), then add denser items (eggs, bacon, tomatoes) before lettuce on top. Shake before serving.