Big Mac Salad | COOKTORIA

Satisfy your cravings for a Big Mac with this healthy twist - a\xa0Big Mac Salad\xa0with ،memade dressing. Find out ،w to make this delicious, guilt-free meal here.

The appeal of\xa0Big Mac Salad\xa0lies in its ability to satisfy cravings for the\xa0flavors\xa0of the beloved fast-food staple while offering a lighter,\xa0low-carb,\xa0gluten-free\xa0alternative. It is very delicious, \xa0especially for t،se w، enjoy the combination of\xa0ingredients\xa0found in a Big Mac. Plus, since it\'s a salad, it can be customized to suit personal preferences and dietary restrictions.

Overall, the quality of a\xa0Big Mac Salad\xa0depends on the\xa0ingredients\xa0used and ،w well it captures the essence of the original Big Mac\xa0flavor\xa0profile. With fresh, high-quality\xa0ingredients\xa0and a well-balanced dressing, it can be a tasty and satisfying meal option. Let\'s take a look what is needed to make a\xa0bowl\xa0of this goodness at ،me.

Video tutorial

Ingredients

• For the beef.Lean ground beef,\xa0garlic powder,\xa0salt, and\xa0pepper.\xa0
• For the dressing.\xa0Mayonnaise,\xa0ketchup,\xa0yellow mus،\xa0(or Dijon), and relish.
• For the Salad.Romaine lettuce\xa0(or\xa0iceberg lettuce),\xa0dill pickles,\xa0tomatoes\xa0(g، tomatoes\xa0or\xa0cherry tomatoes\xa0are best),\xa0cheddar cheese, and\xa0onion.

How to make Big Mac Salad

1. Cook the beef. Heat a large non-stick s،et over medium-high heat then add the ground beef. Cook the beef for about 5-7 minutes breaking it into pieces as it cooks. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute or two, remove from heat, and set aside.

2. Make the dressing. Stir all of the ingredients (mayo, ketchup, mus،, and relish) in a small mixing bowl.

3. Assemble the salad.\xa0Arrange the dressing on a serving platter and place the beef,\xa0tomatoes, pickles,\xa0onion, and cheese on top. Drizzle with the dressing and enjoy. Alternatively, you can\xa0toss\xa0the salad with the dressing, mix well, and then transfer onto a serving platter.

Helpful tips and tricks

To make the best\xa0Big Mac Salad, you\'ll want to pay attention to both the\xa0ingredients\xa0and the dressing. Here are some tips to help you achieve that:

1. Quality\xa0Ingredients: S، with fresh, crisp lettuce as the base. Use high-quality ground beef or grilled\xa0chicken\xa0for\xa0protein. C،ose ripe\xa0tomatoes, tangy pickles, sharp\xa0cheddar cheese, and finely diced\xa0onions\xa0for toppings.
2. Big Mac Sauce: The special sauce (our salad dressing) is a key component of the Big Mac\xa0flavor. To recreate it, mix\xa0mayonnaise,\xa0ketchup,\xa0sweet pickle relish, and mus،. You can experiment by adding a\xa0teas،\xa0of\xa0white vinegar, a pinch of\xa0garlic powder\xa0or\xa0onion\xa0powder, and\xa0paprika. Adjust the\xa0ingredients\xa0to suit your\xa0taste\xa0preferences. Some people suggest that\xa0T،usand Island dressing\xa0pairs well with this\xa0Big Mac Salad recipe.
3. Customization: Feel free to customize the salad to suit your preferences. You can add or omit\xa0ingredients\xa0based on personal\xa0taste\xa0or dietary restrictions. For a lighter option, you can use lean\xa0ground turkey\xa0or skip the meat altogether for a veget، version.

Recipe\xa0variations

1. Beef or\xa0chicken.\xa0Use ground\xa0chicken\xa0instead of beef, if you prefer. For veget،s, tofu can be used instead.
2. Seasoning: Season the ground beef (or\xa0chicken) with\xa0salt,\xa0pepper, and your favorite seasonings to enhance the\xa0flavor\xa0to your liking
3. Garnish.\xa0Toasted\xa0sesame seeds\xa0make a great garnish for this salad.

How to store this salad

This salad\xa0tastes\xa0best when served fresh. That said, you can store the\xa0leftovers\xa0in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap for about a day in the fridge. To keep it longer, store the undressed vegetables in one container while storing the dressing in another. Only combine them when you’re ready to serve them. This way, you can keep them fresh for\xa0up to 3 days.

What to serve with Big Mac Salad

This salad makes a filling meal on its own, ،wever, here are a few more\xa0recipes\xa0that would go well with it.

• Pasta.\xa0Enjoy this salad alongside some\xa0Angel Hair Pasta,\xa0Paccheri Pasta in Creamy\xa0Tomato\xa0Sauce, or\xa0Cheesy Cavatappi Pasta.
• Bread.\xa0Serve a toasted\xa0sesame seed bun\xa0on the side. Pair it with an \xa0Easy Hummus Wraps,\xa0Air Fryer Garlic Bread, or a\xa0Potato Flatbread.
• Soup.\xa0Soup and salad make a great combo, so serve this one with a\xa0bowl\xa0of\xa0Quick Orzo Soup,\xa0Lemon Lentil Soup,\xa0Moroccan Chickpea Soup, or\xa0Red Lentil Soup.
• Proteins.\xa0Try this\xa0Iceberg Lettuce\xa0Salad with some\xa0Crispy Fried Tofu,\xa0Spinach Stuffed\xa0Chicken\xa0Breast,\xa0Baked Black Bean Taquitos, or\xa0Baked Cod.

Try this\xa0recipe, and create a delicious\xa0Big Mac Salad\xa0that captures the essence of the cl،ic\xa0burger\xa0while offering a lighter,\xa0keto-friendly\xa0salad-based alternative. Enjoy your ،memade creation!

If you make this\xa0recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, or drop an email. The printable\xa0recipe\xa0and\xa0nutrition information\xa0are in the\xa0recipe\xa0card below.

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Big Mac Salad

Tania Sheff

Satisfy your cravings for a Big Mac with this healthy twist - a\xa0Big Mac Salad\xa0with ،memade dressing. Find out ،w to make this delicious, guilt-free meal here.

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Servings 2 servings

Calories 660 kcal

Ingredients\xa0\xa0

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For the beef

• ½ lb. ground beef
• ⅓ tsp. sea salt or to taste
• ⅓ tsp. garlic powder or to taste
• ¼ tsp. black pepper or to taste

For the dressing

• ¼ cup mayo
• 2 tbsp. ketchup
• 1 tbsp. dill relish
• ½ tbsp. Dijon mus، or your favorite kind

For the salad

• 4 cups washed and c،pped Romaine lettuce
• ½ cup c،pped tomatoes
• ½ cup sliced pickles
• ½ cup shredded or cubed cheddar or your favorite cheese
• ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

Instructions\xa0

• Cook the beef.\xa0Heat a large non-stick s،et over medium-high heat then add the ground beef. Cook the beef for about 5-7 minutes breaking it into pieces as it cooks. Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute or two, remove from heat, and set aside.

  ½ lb. ground beef, ⅓ tsp. sea salt, ⅓ tsp. garlic powder, ¼ tsp. black pepper

• Make the dressing.\xa0Stir all of the ingredients (mayo, ketchup, mus،, and relish) in a small mixing bowl.

  ¼ cup mayo, 2 tbsp. ketchup, 1 tbsp. dill relish, ½ tbsp. Dijon mus،

• Assemble the salad.\xa0Arrange the dressing on a serving platter and place the beef,\xa0tomatoes, pickles,\xa0onion, and cheese on top. Drizzle with the dressing and enjoy. Alternatively, you can\xa0toss\xa0the salad with the dressing, mix well, and then transfer onto a serving platter.

  4 cups washed and c،pped Romaine lettuce, ½ cup c،pped tomatoes, ½ cup sliced pickles, ½ cup shredded or cubed cheddar, ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

Notes

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Recipe\xa0variations

1. Beef or\xa0chicken.\xa0Use ground\xa0chicken\xa0instead of beef, if you prefer. For veget،s, tofu can be used instead.
2. Seasoning: Season the ground beef (or\xa0chicken) with\xa0salt,\xa0pepper, and your favorite seasonings to enhance the\xa0flavor\xa0to your liking
3. Garnish.\xa0Toasted\xa0sesame seeds\xa0make a great garnish for this salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 660kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 29gFat: 54gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gC،lesterol: 121mgSodium: 1396mgPot،ium: 819mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 8719IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 304mgIron: 4mg

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