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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad: Comfort Food with a Fun Twist

Big Mac Pasta Salad combines the rich flavors of a Big Mac in a refreshing pasta dish, perfect for gatherings and make-ahead meals.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta Substitute whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if needed.
For the Salad
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or plant-based beef.
  • 1 cup Pickles Dill or bread-and-butter varieties based on preference.
  • 1/2 cup Onion Red onion for a milder taste; optional if raw onion isn't preferred.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Substitute with dairy-free cheese for a vegan option.
  • 2 cups Lettuce Any leafy green like romaine or iceberg.
For the Special Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Relish

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, cook until al dente (8-10 minutes), drain, and rinse under cold water.
  2. Brown the Ground Beef: In a skillet, heat olive oil, add ground beef, and cook until fully browned (6-8 minutes).
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix cooled pasta, ground beef, pickles, onions, and cheddar cheese together.
  4. Whisk the Special Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and relish until smooth.
  5. Dress the Salad: Pour special sauce over salad mixture and gently fold until evenly coated.
  6. Chill the Salad: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Stir before serving and garnish with extra lettuce or pickle slices as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, allow the salad to rest in the refrigerator to meld flavors. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

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