Ingredients for the Big Mac Salad
To make this delicious Big Mac Salad, you will need:
- 1½ pounds very lean ground beef
- 6 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
- 1½ cups shredded Colby jack cheese (or cheddar cheese)
- 1 cup diced Roma tomatoes
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- ½ cup diced dill pickles
- Thousand Island dressing
Recommended Tools
- Extra-large serving bowl
- Measuring tools
- Serving spoons
Customizing Your Big Mac Salad
Feel free to get creative with this recipe! You can substitute ground turkey, chicken, or leftover grilled burgers for the ground beef. Any type of tomato will work, so don’t hesitate to use grape or cherry tomatoes.
For a nutritional boost, swap iceberg lettuce for darker leafy greens like romaine or spinach. Add your favorite toppings such as jalapeños, avocados, or roasted veggies to make it your own. You can even sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top for that classic sesame bun flavor!
How to Make the Big Mac Salad
Creating this Big Mac Salad is a breeze. Start by adding chopped lettuce to the bottom of your serving bowl. Sprinkle the cooked ground beef over the lettuce—make sure to brown it over medium-high heat and drain before adding.
Next, layer on the shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, sliced onion, and diced pickles. Toss everything together and drizzle your dressing over the top. You can adjust the amount of dressing to your liking. Serve and enjoy!
