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Big Mac Salad Recipe

Big Mac Salad Recipe

A low-carb, flavorful salad with all the taste of a Big Mac—without the bun.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Lunch, Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 480 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 1 lb ground beef (sub: ground turkey)
  • 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sub: mozzarella)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles chopped
  • 1/4 cup diced red onions

For the Dressing:

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (sub: Greek yogurt)
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tbsp pickle juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
  • Season: Add salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir well.
  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, and garlic powder.
  • Prep the veggies: Chop lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onions.
  • Assemble: Layer lettuce in bowls, add beef, cheese, tomatoes, pickles, and onions.
  • Dress it up: Drizzle the dressing over each salad.
  • Serve: Enjoy immediately for the best taste.

Notes

For the best taste, prepare the beef fresh and keep dressing separate until serving.
Keyword Big Mac salad recipe, cheeseburger salad, low carb salad