big Mac Salad:
Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
Salt and pepper to taste
8 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup sliced dill pickles
1 cup thinly sliced purple onions
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Thousand Island dressing
Everything But The Bagel seasoning
Instructions:
Cook the Ground Beef:
In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Once cooked, set it aside to cool slightly.
Prepare the Salad Base:
In a large salad bowl, combine the shredded iceberg lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced dill pickles, sliced purple onions, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Add the Cooked Ground Beef:
Add the slightly cooled cooked ground beef to the salad bowl.
Dress the Salad:
Drizzle Thousand Island dressing over the salad according to your taste preferences. Start with a few tablespoons and add more if needed. Toss the salad gently to ensure even coating.
Sprinkle with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning:
Sprinkle Everything But The Bagel seasoning over the salad for an extra burst of flavor. Adjust the amount based on your preference.
Serve:
Divide the Big Mac Salad into individual servings and serve immediately.
Optional Garnish:
For an extra touch, you can garnish the salad with additional shredded cheddar cheese or a few more pickle slices.
Enjoy your homemade Big Mac Salad for a delicious and satisfying dinner!
Here are some additional tips to enhance your Big Mac Salad experience:
- Customize Your Dressing: Experiment with making your own Thousand Island dressing by combining mayo, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, a dash of white vinegar, and a pinch of sugar. Adjust the ratios to suit your taste.
- Grill the Beef: For an extra layer of flavor, consider grilling the ground beef instead of cooking it on the stovetop. The smoky flavor can add a delicious twist to the salad.
- Mix in Mustard: For a more authentic Big Mac flavor, add a teaspoon or two of yellow mustard to the dressing or mix it directly into the salad.
- Play with Cheese Varieties: While cheddar cheese is a classic choice, you can experiment with other cheese varieties like American or Swiss to tailor the salad to your preferences.
- Make it a Double Stack: If you’re feeling extra hungry, create a double-decker salad by layering half of the salad ingredients, adding a second layer of cooked ground beef, and then topping it with the remaining salad components.
- Crunchy Additions: Include additional crunchy elements like croutons, bacon bits, or toasted sesame seeds to give the salad more texture.
- Serve with Sesame Buns: If you want to capture the essence of a traditional Big Mac, consider toasting or chopping up sesame seed buns and serving them on the side or directly mixed into the salad.
- Prepare in Advance: You can prepare the components ahead of time and assemble the salad just before serving to keep it fresh and crisp.
Feel free to get creative and tailor the recipe to your taste preferences
