Big Mac in a Bowl

Your favorite burger... without the bun! This Big Mac in a Bowl has all the flavors you know and love - including homemade Big Mac Sauce - in a delicious, hearty salad that's even better than the real deal!

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Prep Time: 15

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 504kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1 Tablespoon cooking oil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 pound ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 head iceberg lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup dill sandwich pickles
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 Tablespoon sesame seeds
Big Mac Sauce

Instructions

Wash & dry the lettuce, then chop it to desired size.
Heat the oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add the minced garlic; saute 1-2 minutes. Add the ground beef, salt, and pepper. Brown the meat, crumbling it as you go, until fully cooked through. Remove from pan using a slotted spoon to drain the grease.
Layer the lettuce, ground beef, cheese, pickles, and onions in a large salad bowl.
Garnish with Big Mac Sauce, sesame seeds, and black pepper.
Enjoy!

Notes

Time Saving Tips

Use a bag of salad mix instead of chopping a head of lettuce
Substitute store bought Thousand Island dressing
Substitute jarred minced garlic or garlic powder or the fresh garlic in the recipe
Use pre-shredded cheese
Cook the meat in advance, then simply reheat for a quick & easy meal!

Big Mac Sauce

½ cup mayo
2 Tablespoons French dressing
4 teaspoons dill pickle relish
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon white vinegar
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon salt

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix well.

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