Big Mac Salad
A fresh and crunchy salad that captures the classic cheeseburger flavors of a Big Mac, perfect for a light dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
For the salad base
- 1 lb Ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter version.
- 8 cups Romaine lettuce or iceberg Iceberg gives the best crunch.
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese American cheese works too.
- 1/2 cup Dill pickles, chopped
- 1/4 cup Red onion, finely diced Optional but adds great flavor.
- 1 cup Tomatoes, diced Optional, not traditional but tasty.
- 2 tbsp Sesame seeds Optional, for a 'burger bun' vibe.
For the dressing
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with half Greek yogurt.
- 2 tbsp Ketchup Use sparingly for tanginess.
- 1 tbsp Yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp Pickle relish Substitute with small chopped pickles and a pinch of sugar if necessary.
- 1 tbsp Vinegar Any type will work.
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the beef: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain off excess grease if necessary and season with salt and pepper.
- Chop the salad ingredients: While beef is cooking, chop the lettuce, pickles, onion, and any optional extras like tomatoes. Add them to a large bowl.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Assemble the salad: Add the cooked beef to the salad bowl, sprinkle on cheese, and drizzle dressing over the top. Toss gently or layer as desired.
Notes
For meal prep, store salad components separately to prevent sogginess. Keep the dressing aside until ready to serve.