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Big Mac Salad: Enjoy a Healthy Twist on a Classic!

A healthy twist on the classic Big Mac, this salad combines ground beef with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles chopped
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced
  • 1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  2. Season the cooked beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes, dill pickles, shredded cheddar cheese, and red onion.
  4. Add the seasoned beef to the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Drizzle the Thousand Island dressing over the salad and toss again to coat evenly.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes for a cooler dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For added crunch, consider topping the salad with crushed tortilla chips or croutons.
  • To make it a low-carb option, substitute the dressing with a low-carb alternative and omit the cheese.

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