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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Big Mac Pasta Salad: A Fun Twist on a Classic Favorite

This Big Mac Pasta Salad brings together the classic flavors of a Big Mac in a fun and vibrant one-bowl dish.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (96% lean)
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce Substitute with soy sauce for an umami twist.
  • 8 oz Chickpea Pasta A great gluten-free option.
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes Halved.
  • 2 cups Romaine Lettuce Chopped into bite-sized pieces.
  • 1 small Red Onion Diced.
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Chopped.
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Grated or cubed.
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Nonfat Plain Greek Yogurt Can use sour cream for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Light Mayonnaise Try Vegenaise for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup No-sugar-added Ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard Substitute with Dijon mustard if preferred.
  • 2 tbsp Dill Pickle Juice Can use lemon juice instead.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic.
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Can substitute with minced onion.
  • 1 tsp Paprika Use smoked paprika for a different flavor.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Big Mac Pasta Salad
  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until browned. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and set aside to cool.
  2. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add chickpea pasta, and cook according to package instructions (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking.
  3. Chop grape tomatoes, romaine lettuce, red onion, and dill pickles into uniform sizes. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Whisk together until smooth.
  5. In the bowl with chopped vegetables, add cooled chickpea pasta and ground beef, and toss in cheddar cheese. Mix gently until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour dressing over the salad mixture and fold gently until all ingredients are well-coated.
  7. Fold in the chopped romaine lettuce just before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired and serve immediately, or chill for 15-20 minutes for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best freshness, add lettuce just before serving. Consider substituting ingredients based on dietary preferences.

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