Description
This Big Mac Salad recipe is a deconstructed twist on the classic burger, featuring seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, tangy pickles, and a creamy, flavorful dressing. It’s a satisfying and easy-to-make meal that captures the essence of a beloved fast-food favorite.
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 pound (454 g) ground beef
- ½ cup (80 g) diced yellow onion
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 head of romaine lettuce finely chopped (~6 cups)
- 1 cup (149 g) cherry tomatoes quartered
- 1 cup (113 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (72 g) dill pickles diced
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
For the dressing:
- ½ cup (112 g) mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 3 tablespoons dill pickles finely minced
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, minced dill pickles, mustard, vinegar, sugar, paprika, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Salad: Combine lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, pickles, and cooked beef in a large bowl. Toss with dressing and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- You can customize this salad with additional toppings like onions, pickles, or even sesame seeds for added crunch.
- For a lighter option, you can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Mixing, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 200 grams
- Calories: 425 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 904 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
