Big Mac Salad with Beef (Printer-Friendly)
Seasoned beef, fresh veggies, tangy pickles, and creamy sauce combine for a flavor-packed, hearty meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dressing
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120 ml mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons diced dill pickles
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon white vinegar
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0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
→ Salad Base
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500 g ground beef
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1 head romaine lettuce, chopped
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120 g shredded cheddar cheese
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2 medium tomatoes, diced
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
# Steps to Follow:
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In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, diced dill pickles, yellow mustard, white vinegar, smoked paprika, and sugar. Process until smooth. Transfer to a container and refrigerate until ready to use.
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Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up the meat until browned and fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat.
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In a large serving bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
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Add the cooked and drained ground beef over the vegetable mixture.
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Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad. Toss to evenly coat all ingredients.
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Serve the salad immediately while the ground beef is still warm. Alternatively, serve the dressing on the side for individual portions.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For optimal texture, store dressing separately and add just before serving to avoid wilted lettuce.
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Sugar may be substituted with a low-carb sweetener such as stevia if desired.