Big Mac Salad
Ingredients:
1 pound lean ground beef
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
8 cups chopped iceberg lettuce
1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 cup pickles
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Homemade Dressing (optional)
1/2 cup mayo
2 Tablespoons grated onion
2 Tablespoons ketchup
1 Tablespoon sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoons mustard
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Instructions:
If you are making the homemade dressing, whisk all of the ingredients together until smooth. Store in the fridge until ready to use.
In a large skillet brown ground beef over medium high heat, breaking apart into small pieces. Drain any grease away once it is cooked.
Season the meat with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well combined. Set aside to cool while you prepare the salads.
This makes enough for 4 salads, so you can arrange the lettuce in 4 bowls, and then divide the onions, cheddar cheese, pickles, and tomatoes evenly over the salads.
Top each salad with meat and then pour over the dressing. Toss to combine and serve. If you want to go all out, you can sprinkle a few sesame seeds on before serving.
here are 15 secrets to achieve the perfect Big Mac Salad:
- Choose Quality Ingredients: Opt for fresh, high-quality ingredients, especially when it comes to the lettuce, ground beef, and cheese.
- Season the Beef Well: Season the ground beef with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Worcestershire sauce for maximum flavor.
- Use Lean Ground Beef: Use lean ground beef to reduce excess grease in the salad.
- Cook the Beef Properly: Brown the ground beef until it’s fully cooked and nicely browned for the best texture and flavor.
- Don’t Overcook the Beef: Avoid overcooking the ground beef to prevent it from becoming dry and tough.
- Balance the Flavors: Ensure a balance of flavors by adjusting the amounts of salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Make the Dressing from Scratch: Prepare the homemade dressing using fresh ingredients for an authentic Big Mac flavor.
- Chill the Dressing: For optimal taste and texture, chill the dressing in the refrigerator before serving.
- Layer Ingredients Thoughtfully: Layer the ingredients in the salad bowl, starting with the lettuce, followed by onions, cheese, pickles, and finally, the seasoned ground beef.
- Distribute Toppings Evenly: Distribute the toppings evenly across the salad to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
- Mix the Dressing Well: Mix the dressing well before pouring it over the salad to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Toss Gently: Toss the salad gently to coat the ingredients with the dressing without crushing the lettuce.
- Garnish with Sesame Seeds: Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the salad for an authentic Big Mac touch.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the Big Mac Salad immediately after assembling to enjoy it at its freshest.
- Pair with Sesame Seed Buns: Serve the salad alongside sesame seed buns or toasted bread for a complete Big Mac experience.