This Big Mac Salad is a mouthwatering twist on the classic burger, featuring ground beef, crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and homemade Big Mac sauce!
If you’re in the mood for a Big Mac but want to skip the bun, try the Big Mac Salad instead!
It’s a lighter version of the classic sandwich that tastes just as good, especially when you use homemade Big Mac Sauce.
Not only is this salad easy to assemble and perfect for a light lunch, it’s also a great way to meal prep for the week ahead. My family loves this salad and makes it several times a month.
And if you’re watching your calorie intake, the Big Mac sandwich can pack a whopping 590 calories. But with the Big Mac Salad, you can significantly cut down on calories by skipping the bun and using 96% lean ground beef.
Plus, it’s low-carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free, making it a healthier option that will keep you feeling full and satisfied.
Why You’ll Love This Big Mac Salad Recipe
- Quick and easy to make
- Leaves you feeling full and satisfied
- A healthier version of fast food
- Easy to customize
What Goes in a Big Mac Salad?
- Ground beef
- Homemade Big Mac sauce
- Shredded iceberg lettuce
- Tomatoes, diced
- Red onions, sliced
- Shredded cheese
- Dill pickle chips
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Recipe Variations
- If you don’t have time to make homemade Big Mac sauce, you can use Thousand Island dressing.
- Can swap ground beef for ground chicken, turkey or pork.
- Can use a other kinds of lettuce besides iceberg lettuce such as romaine.
- Add bacon crumbles for extra crunch and flavor.
How to Make a Big Mac Salad
Step 1: Cook the ground beef. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat and cook until no longer pink. Drain grease and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Make the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for Big Mac sauce using this homemade recipe.
Step 3: Prep the toppings. Cut red onions and tomatoes. Add toppings into individual bowls for easy assembly.
Step 4: Assemble the salad. Add lettuce, ground beef, tomatoes, onions, cheese, pickles and Big Mac sauce. Toss to combine. Sprinkle sesame seeds over top and enjoy.
How to Store
Place leftover ground beef in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and store toppings in separate containers.
Recipe Tips
- For less servings, cut this recipe in half. For more servings, double the recipe.
- Keep it light and lean by using lean ground beef.
- Make ahead for a salad on the go. Prep and store in individual containers in fridge. Grab and go for a quick lunch.
FAQs
Yes, you can make this salad up to a day in advance. Prep all the toppings ahead of time and store in individual containers. Cook ground beef and allow to cool and place in an airtight container in fridge. When ready to serve, take everything out of fridge and assemble.
Yes, you can customize it with whatever toppings you would like on it.
No they are not the same. Thousand Island dressing has ketchup in it and Big Mac sauce has does not have ketchup.
The choice is up to you and can be enjoyed with warm or cold ground beef.
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Recipe
Big Mac Salad
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. Ground beef
- Homemade Big Mac sauce or Thousand Island Dressing
- 1 bag Shredded iceberg lettuce
- 2 large Tomatoes or 4 Roma tomatoes diced
- 1 Red onion sliced
- 1 bag of Shredded cheese
- Dill pickle chips
- Sesame seeds optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the ground beef. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat and cook until no longer pink. Drain grease and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Make the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for Big Mac sauce using this homemade recipe.
Step 3: Prep the toppings. Cut red onions and tomatoes. Add toppings into individual bowls for easy assembly.
Step 4: Assemble the salad. Add lettuce, ground beef, tomatoes, onions, cheese, pickles and Big Mac sauce. Toss to combine. Sprinkle sesame seed over top and enjoy.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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