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Keto Big Mac Salad Recipe

Keto Big Mac Salad Recipe: Enjoy Classic Flavors Guilt-Free

Enjoy the delicious flavors of a classic Big Mac in a guilt-free, low-carb salad with the Keto Big Mac Salad Recipe.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pound ground beef or lean ground chicken or turkey
  • 4 cups chopped romaine or iceberg lettuce
  • 0.5 cup sliced pickles dill or bread-and-butter
  • 0.5 cup chopped onion white onion or green onions for milder flavor
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella for a milder taste
For the Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1 teaspoon paprika any mild variant
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder or fresh shallots
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard or Dijon mustard for spiciness
  • 2 tablespoons dill relish or chopped dill pickles

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Large Serving Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, white vinegar, yellow mustard, and dill relish. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and creamy, then set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 7-10 minutes until browned and fully cooked; drain any excess fat.
  3. In a large serving bowl, layer the salad ingredients starting with chopped lettuce, followed by cooked ground beef, sliced pickles, chopped onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the assembled salad and gently toss the ingredients together until evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for about 10 minutes before serving for extra freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Draining the beef well, using fresh ingredients, and adjusting the dressing to taste can enhance this salad's flavor. Letting it chill improves the taste significantly.

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