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A Big Mac salad in a bowl, layered with lettuce, ground beef, cheese sauce, and fries.

Big Mac Salad

A flavorful salad inspired by the classic Big Mac, featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a homemade sauce for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (halal) Choose lean beef or alternative meats
  • 4 cups chopped Romaine lettuce Crisp and refreshing
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese Adds richness
  • ¼ cup chopped pickles Tangy crunch
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced Adds crunch and mild sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking beef
  • 1 tablespoon mustard Big Mac sauce flavor
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (halal-certified) Creamy texture
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup (halal-certified) Sweetness in sauce
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar Adds acidity
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Flavor kick
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Enhances savory taste
  • to taste salt and pepper Seasoning
  • optional fresh parsley For garnishing

Method
 

  1. Cook the ground beef in olive oil until browned, then drain and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Chop lettuce, slice red onion, and chop pickles; set aside.
  3. Mix mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, vinegar, garlic powder, and onion powder to make the sauce.
  4. Combine cooked beef, vegetables, and shredded cheese in a large bowl, then toss with the sauce.
  5. Garnish with parsley if desired, serve immediately.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning to taste.