Description

Craving a quick dinner or easy recipe that’s both comforting and refreshing? This Big Mac Pasta Salad transforms classic burger flavors into a creamy, satisfying dish perfect for lunch, dinner ideas, potlucks, or meal prep. Packed with seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, pasta, and a tangy signature sauce, it’s a fun twist on a fast-food favorite turned into a homemade healthy snack-style meal.

Ingredients

12 oz rotini pasta

1 teaspoon salt

1 lb ground beef

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

2 cups chopped iceberg lettuce

1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

1/2 cup diced dill pickles

1/4 cup finely chopped red onion

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup mayonnaise

1/4 cup ketchup

2 tablespoons yellow mustard

2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

1 tablespoon white vinegar

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

2 teaspoons sugar

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.

2. Cook ground beef with seasoning in a skillet until browned, drain and cool.

3. Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, vinegar, spices, and sugar to make dressing.

4. Chop lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, and onion into bite-sized pieces.

5. Combine pasta, beef, cheese, pickles, tomatoes, and onion in a large bowl.

6. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.

7. Add lettuce and mix lightly.

8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

9. Toss again before serving and adjust seasoning.

Notes

Cook pasta just to al dente to prevent sogginess.

Drain beef thoroughly to avoid excess grease.

Add lettuce last to keep texture crisp.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 500
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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