Here’s a Keto Big Mac Salad—all the classic flavors without the bun 🍔🥗
🥗 Keto Big Mac Salad
Ingredients
For the Salad
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1 lb ground beef (80/20 works best)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
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½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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¼ cup diced pickles (dill)
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¼ cup diced red onion
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¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional, low-carb but adds a few carbs)
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Sesame seeds (optional, for that Big Mac feel)
For the Keto “Special Sauce”
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½ cup mayonnaise (sugar-free)
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2 tbsp sugar-free ketchup
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1 tbsp yellow mustard
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1 tbsp pickle relish (or finely chopped pickles)
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1 tsp white vinegar
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½ tsp paprika
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½ tsp onion powder
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Salt to taste
Instructions
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Cook the Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess grease and set aside. -
Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together all special sauce ingredients until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed. -
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, add lettuce, cooked beef, cheese, pickles, onion, and tomatoes (if using). -
Dress & Serve
Drizzle with keto special sauce and toss gently. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.
Optional Add-Ins
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Crispy bacon bits 🥓
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Avocado slices 🥑
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Jalapeños for heat 🌶️
Approx. Macros (per serving, serves 4)
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Calories: ~450
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Fat: ~38g
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Protein: ~25g
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Net Carbs: ~4–5g
