Big Mac Pasta Salad
Big Mac Pasta Salad combines the classic flavors of a Big Mac burger into a vibrant pasta dish that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy dressing, crunchy pickles, and fresh lettuce, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for summer barbecues or cozy nights in. With its mouthwatering taste and colorful presentation, it’s sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1 cup chopped iceberg lettuce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Cook elbow macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked (about 7-10 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and onion powder until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, ground beef, cheddar cheese, pickles, and lettuce. Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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