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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad combines the classic flavors of a Big Mac into a delicious, shareable dish that's perfect for summer BBQs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Pasta
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • large pot
  • Medium bowl
  • cutting board
  • mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Salad

  • 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey/plant-based crumbles for a lighter option
  • 8 ounces chickpea pasta or regular pasta for a non-gluten option
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes or cherry tomatoes/diced bell peppers
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce or spinach/mixed greens
  • 0.5 medium red onion or green onions/omit for milder taste
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese or gouda/mozzarella
  • 4 pieces dill pickles or sweet pickles for milder salad

For the Dressing

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream/vegan yogurt
  • 0.5 cup light mayonnaise or additional Greek yogurt
  • 0.25 cup no-sugar-added ketchup or regular ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard or Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice can omit if unavailable
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon white sesame seeds optional for garnish

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat over medium heat and add lean ground beef. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, then remove from heat to cool.
  • Boil salted water and add chickpea pasta, cooking until al dente (7–10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Wash and halve grape tomatoes, chop romaine lettuce, and finely dice red onion and dill pickles. Set aside.
  • Whisk Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, dill pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a medium bowl until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine chickpea pasta, ground beef, tomatoes, lettuce, onion, and pickles. Toss until evenly distributed. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately, or chill for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.

Notes

This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, and for longer storage, freeze without lettuce and dressing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg
Keyword BBQ, Big Mac Pasta Salad, crowd-pleaser, easy recipe, Pasta Salad, potluck
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