The Best Brand For Mason Jars (From Someone Who Has Made Thousands of Mason Jar Meals)
- Francesca Nardelli
- 6 hours ago
- 3 min read
I never thought a simple glass jar would become such a huge part of my life.
But after years of creating mason jar meals, sharing recipes, and building a community around plant-based meal prep, I can confidently say: the jar you choose actually matters.
I’ve built a career around mason jar meals (which still feels a little funny to say because… they’re just jars, right?), but there is truly something special about having the right jar in your kitchen.
Of course, I’m always learning and experimenting with new ways to store, prep, and enjoy meals, but after years of making everything from overnight oats to salads, grain bowls, smoothies, and layered lunches, I have a pretty good idea of what makes a great mason jar.
My Favorite Mason Jar Brand
My go-to mason jars are from Le Parfait.
They’re durable, beautiful, high quality glass, the best for airtight sealing, and designed to be used again and again. I love that they’ve been around for generations and have become a staple in so many kitchens.
These are the jars I recommend:
The wide-mouth design is my favorite feature because it makes everything easier.
When you’re making mason jar meals, you don’t want to fight with a tiny opening while trying to add ingredients, scoop out your salad, or clean the jar afterward. The wider opening makes layering, eating, and washing so much simpler.
Why I Love Wide Mouth Mason Jars for Meal Prep
There are a few reasons I always come back to these jars:
1. They’re perfect for layering meals
The beauty of mason jar meals is all about the layers.
For salads, I can add dressing at the bottom, followed by hearty vegetables, grains, beans, and greens on top. When you’re ready to eat, you simply shake everything together and you have a fresh, flavorful meal.
For overnight oats, chia puddings, and smoothie bowls, the wide opening makes it easy to mix everything together without making a mess.
2. They help make healthy eating easier
One of my favorite things about mason jar meals is that they make healthy eating feel approachable.
When you have a fridge full of beautiful, colorful meals ready to go, it becomes so much easier to choose nourishing foods.
A jar filled with roasted vegetables, protein-rich grains, legumes, fresh herbs, and a homemade dressing feels like a little gift waiting for you.
3. They’re reusable and reduce waste
I love anything that makes everyday habits more sustainable.
Instead of buying disposable containers or constantly replacing plastic storage, mason jars can be washed, reused, and repurposed over and over again.
They’re great for:
Meal prep
Homemade dressings
Fermented foods
Sprouts
Smoothies
Overnight oats
Pantry storage
Leftovers
What Size Mason Jar Should You Use?
For most mason jar meals, I personally love the larger sizes because they give you enough room to build a complete meal.
A few of my favorites:
32 oz jars:Perfect for big salads, grain bowls, meal prep lunches, and hearty meals.
16 oz jars:Great for overnight oats, snacks, sauces, and smaller portions.
My Mason Jar Meal Tip
The biggest mistake people make with mason jar meals is not thinking about the order of ingredients.
Always put your wet ingredients on the bottom and your greens or ingredients you want to stay crisp on top.
For example, for a salad:
Dressing
Beans or grains
Crunchy vegetables
Softer vegetables
Greens
Fresh herbs or toppings
This keeps everything fresh until you’re ready to eat.
Final Thoughts
Do you need a specific mason jar brand to make mason jar meals? No.
But after years of using them, I do think investing in quality jars makes the whole experience better.
The right jar makes meal prep easier, keeps food fresh, and turns something simple into a little daily ritual.
And honestly? There’s something so satisfying about opening your fridge and seeing a row of colorful, nourishing meals ready for you.
A small habit that makes healthy living feel a little more beautiful. 💚
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