Here is a quick and easy recipe for a Big Mac salad that’s satiating enough to be served as a dinner meal. It comes with the flavours and textures of the classic Big Mac burger minus the bun. It’s more fibre-rich, high in protein and low on the carbs if you’re watching those. Enjoy this healthy Big Mac salad!
Ingredients
For the ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 300 grams ground beef 10 oz, beef mince
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Ingredients for the salad:
- 8 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup pickles sliced
- 1/2 cup onions diced finely
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved or chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional
Ingredients for the dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil and cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. I like to increase the heat right at the end for 1 minute or so to give the meat extra browning. Season with salt, pepper, garlic and onion powders and stir. Set aside to cool.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the chopped romaine lettuce, cooked ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, diced pickles, onions, and grape tomatoes. Toss the ingredients together to mix evenly.
- In a separate bowl, prepare the dressing by combining the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, white vinegar and salt. Whisk together until well combined and smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad, starting with a portion and adding more as desired. Toss the salad again to ensure all the ingredients are coated with the dressing.
- Serve the Big Mac Salad immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the ingredient quantities according to your taste preferences or desired serving size.
- The sesame seeds are optional but can add a nice crunch and flavour to the salad.
- You can customise the salad by adding additional toppings like croutons, bacon bits, or your favourite vegetables.
- Ensure the ground beef is fully cooked and no longer pink before adding it to the salad.
- For a more flavourful dressing, you can add a dash of Worcestershire sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice.
- If you prefer a creamier dressing, you can add a tablespoon of sour cream or Greek yogurt to the mixture.
- To add more freshness to the salad, you can toss in some sliced cucumbers or grated carrots.
- Serve the salad immediately after tossing it with the dressing to ensure the lettuce stays crisp.
Nutrition
Calories: 476kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 876mg | Potassium: 632mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 8516IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 169mg | Iron: 3mg
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