Description
Big Mac Salad is a healthy and satisfying twist on the classic flavors of a Big Mac, transforming your favorite burger into a delightful salad. This low-carb dish features a medley of fresh ingredients, including lean ground beef, crisp romaine lettuce, and a creamy copycat dressing that brings all the iconic flavors together. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is both nutritious and delicious—sure to impress at any gathering or family meal. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that maintains the essence of your favorite fast food without compromising your health goals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions (white or red)
- 1/2 cup dill pickle slices
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (more or less to taste)
- 1 tablespoon neutral flavored oil (avocado oil, olive oil, etc.)
- 1 teaspoon salt (more or less to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, prepare the dressing by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, dill pickle relish, minced onion, vinegar, sugar, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
- On serving plates, layer chopped romaine lettuce followed by cooked ground beef. Top with cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions, and dill pickles.
- Drizzle the dressing over each salad just before serving and toss gently if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Salad
- Method: Mixing, Stove Top Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad (approximately 340g)
- Calories: 541
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 874mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg