Bunny Meal Prep: Easy Mason Jar Salads for Your Rabbit
Simple, fresh, and actually manageable. Rabbits need a lot of fresh food, and if you're prepping it fresh every single day, it gets old fast. This is where Mason jars come in: prep once, store smart, feed easily.
Why meal prep for your bunny: It saves time daily, keeps veggies fresher for longer, helps you stay consistent, and makes feeding quick and easy even on busy mornings.
Daily feeding basics (For every ~5 lbs of body weight): 80% grass hay, 10% fresh chopped veggies (about 2 cups), 3% pellets (about 1/2 cup), 1% treats (about 1/4 cup).
Best veggies for rabbits (Mix it up to keep things interesting): Basil, bok choy, cilantro, collard greens, mint, parsley, Swiss chard, turnip tops, beet greens.
Healthy treats (small amounts only): Apples (no seeds), blueberries, strawberries, mango, carrots, peppers, pears.
How to meal prep the easy way:
- Wash and chop your veggies.
- Portion into Mason jars.
- Store in the fridge.
- Grab and serve daily.
Make it grab-and-go: A reCAP FLIP Lid makes this whole system click; portion your bunny's veggies into a few jars at the start of the week, flip open, and serve. No digging through bags of wilting greens, no daily chopping.
Pro tips: Prep 2-3 days at a time for the best freshness, keep hay stored separately from your veggie jars, and rotate veggies regularly to keep your bunny interested at mealtime.