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Big Mac Salad Bowl


  • Author: Jennifer
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Indulge in all the flavors of your favorite fast-food classic with this Big Mac Salad Bowl. This vibrant dish combines juicy ground beef, crisp iceberg lettuce, and tangy special sauce for a satisfying meal that’s both delicious and healthy. Perfect for family dinners or casual lunches, this salad is easy to customize and sure to impress. Dive into a fresh twist on a beloved favorite!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 4 cups iceberg lettuce, chopped
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup dill pickles, finely chopped
  • 1 cup tomatoes, diced
  • ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • ¼ cup pickle relish
  • Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and pickle relish to prepare the special sauce.
  3. Chop the lettuce, tomatoes, and onions while the beef cooks.
  4. In large serving bowls, layer lettuce, followed by ground beef, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, pickles, and onions.
  5. Drizzle with special sauce and sprinkle sesame seeds before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: - For a vegan version, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat and use dairy-free dressing. - Add crispy bacon bits or croutons for extra crunch.