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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad: A Fun Twist on Classic Comfort Food

Big Mac Pasta Salad is a playful twist on classic comfort food that combines savory beef, crisp lettuce, and tangy pickles in a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef or ground turkey for lighter option
  • 8 ounces Chickpea Pasta gluten-free alternative
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce chopped
  • 1 small Red Onion diced
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Light Mayonnaise or avocado
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Yellow Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Dill Pickle Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons White Sesame Seeds for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • pot
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add lean ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes until fully browned.
  2. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and let simmer for 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Bring a pot of water to a boil, add chickpea pasta, and cook according to package instructions for 7-10 minutes. Strain and rinse under cold water.
  4. Chop grape tomatoes, romaine lettuce, red onion, and dill pickles. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  5. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, and dill pickle juice. Add spices and stir until smooth.
  6. In the bowl with veggies, add cooled pasta and ground beef. Sprinkle in sharp cheddar cheese and mix gently.
  7. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
  8. Fold in chopped romaine just before serving. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days if lettuce is kept separate until serving.

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