Description
Big Mac Pasta Salad is a fun and delicious twist on the classic fast-food favorite. This creamy and crunchy salad combines al dente macaroni, savory ground beef, tangy pickles, and fresh veggies, all enveloped in a rich dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or casual get-togethers, this dish is sure to impress and evoke nostalgic memories with each bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup diced pickles
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned (about 7 minutes), breaking it apart as it cooks.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, ketchup, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cooled pasta, cooked beef, shredded lettuce, cheese, diced pickles, and dressing. Mix until well coated.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg