Big Mac Salad Bowl
Experience the delightful flavors of a classic Big Mac in a fresh, healthy salad format. This Big Mac Salad Bowl combines crisp romaine lettuce, savory ground beef, zesty pickles, and a creamy dressing, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and fully customizable, this dish will impress both family and friends while bringing back nostalgic memories of fast-food favorites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Big Mac sauce (made from ¼ cup mayo, 2 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp mustard, 2 tbsp relish)
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked (about 7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Stir in onion powder, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Layer chopped romaine lettuce across large salad bowls or plates.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced pickles, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayo, ketchup, mustard, and relish for the Big Mac sauce. Adjust seasonings to taste.
- Drizzle the sauce generously over each salad bowl before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salad bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Customize your salad with additional toppings like avocado or crispy bacon. For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with plant-based meat alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat beef separately to maintain freshness.