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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad - A Flavorful Twist You’ll Crave

Discover the Big Mac Pasta Salad, a delicious twist on a classic that combines hearty flavors with fresh ingredients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or lean ground turkey
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce or soy sauce for gluten-free
  • 8 oz Chickpea Pasta or regular pasta
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
  • 3 cups Romaine Lettuce or spinach or kale
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion or sweet onion
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese or dairy-free cheese
  • 1/2 cup Dill Pickles or relish
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Light Mayonnaise or vegan mayo
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup or no-sugar-added ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard or Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp Dill Pickle Juice or lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder or fresh garlic
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder or fresh onion
  • 1 tsp Paprika or smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp White Sesame Seeds optional garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, stirring frequently until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and let cool.
  2. Cook the chickpea pasta according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Chop the grape tomatoes, romaine lettuce, red onion, and dill pickles to uniform sizes for a beautiful presentation.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until smooth.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cooked beef, tomatoes, lettuce, onion, cheese, and pickles. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.
  6. Fold in romaine lettuce last. Optionally, sprinkle with white sesame seeds. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 25IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Avoid freezing to preserve texture.

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