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Big Mac Salad

Big Mac Salad

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Discover the ultimate Big Mac Salad, a delightful fusion of flavors inspired by your favorite fast food burger—minus the bun! This vibrant salad is quick to prepare and perfect for a satisfying low-carb meal that doesn’t skimp on taste. Featuring seasoned ground beef, crisp lettuce, and a creamy dressing, each bite offers a refreshing twist on classic burger flavors. Whether you’re enjoying it for lunch or dinner, this salad is customizable and ideal for meal prep. Elevate your weeknight dinners with this easy yet delicious recipe that everyone will love!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 6 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onions
  • 1/4 cup finely diced dill pickles
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced sweet onion
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon prepared yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar (or lemon juice)
  • 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Nonstick spray
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the dressing by whisking together mayonnaise, sweet onion, ketchup, mustard, relish, vinegar, paprika, and salt in a bowl. Set aside.
  2. In a nonstick pan over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Assemble the salad by dividing lettuce among bowls. Top with ground beef, cheese, onions, and pickles.
  4. Drizzle dressing over each bowl and toss gently to combine before serving.

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