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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad is a delicious twist on a classic BBQ side dish, combining favorite burger flavors into a refreshing pasta salad.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Elbow Macaroni substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese low-fat optional
  • 1 cup Diced Pickles sweet or dill
  • 1/2 cup Diced Red Onion optional
  • 2 cups Shredded Lettuce add just before serving
  • 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup Ketchup low-sugar optional
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard
  • 1/4 cup Sweet Pickle Relish optional
  • 1 tbsp White Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika

Equipment

  • large pot
  • colander
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Big Mac Pasta Salad
  1. Begin by filling a large pot with water and bringing it to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse under cold water.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat, add ground beef, and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, relish, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Once pasta and beef are cooled, add them to the bowl with dressing and stir to combine.
  5. Fold in shredded cheese, diced pickles, diced red onion, shredded lettuce, and chopped tomatoes. Stir gently to integrate.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, serve with fresh lettuce added right before serving. May store in the fridge for 3-4 days.

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