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Big Mac Salad (low carb)

May 13, 2019 By Allyson 19 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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All of the classic Big Mac ingredients and flavors fill this delicious salad, but with no bun there’s no guilt! This low carb Big Mac Salad will become a dinner staple!

Big Mac Salad with Text overlay

The last few weeks I have shared recipes for Big Mac Sauce and Big Mac Lettuce Wraps, which are both majorly delicious! Sticking to the Big Mac Theme, I wanted to share this easy and delicious Big Mac Salad! It’s low carb, full of fresh ingredients, and you will NOT miss the bun!

Big Mac Salad without dressing

Making the Big Mac Salad could not be easier! Using all the classic burger ingredients, you just throw them together in salad form! Using the BIG MAC SAUCE Copycat Recipe, it’s very quick and easy to throw this salad together!

Copycat big mac sauce

How to make a Big Mac Salad:

**scroll all the way down for full ingredient list and printable directions**

  • Make the big mac sauce and place it in the fridge to meld while cooking everything else. The recipe can be found HERE.
  • Cook the ground beef and chopped onion in a medium/large skillet until it’s totally cooked through. 
    • I prefer a high sided skillet so the grease doesn’t splash out, like this one. 
  • While the ground beef is cooking, prep the vegetables.
    • Chop the lettuce, onions, dill pickles, and tomatoes. Have the cheese ready as well.
  • Strain any fat away from the cooked beef, then make the salad!
  • Using a large bowl, add lettuce, tomatoes, onion, pickles, cheese, beef, and drizzle the copycat Big Mac Sauce over the top!
All of the classic Big Mac ingredients and flavors fill this delicious salad, but with no bun, there's no guilt! This low carb Big Mac Salad will become a dinner staple!

Is this Big Mac Salad healthy?

This low carb big mac salad is definitely healthy! Not only is this meal made up of fresh vegetables and protein packed lean ground beef, but by making this at home, instead of going through the drive through, you know EXACTLY what is in your food. This is a MAJOR win!

  • Nutritional information per serving (2 servings, without dressing): 311 calories, 13g fat, 18g carbohydrates, 6 grams fiber, 30g protein. **9 weight watchers points per serving.
  • To reduce fat and calories further, you could also use ground turkey or chicken in place of the beef. Be sure to use lean beef for this recipe. 
  • Nutritional information for the Big Mac Sauce/Dressing per 2 TBS serving: 49 calories, 3g fat, 6g carbohydrates, 5g sugar, 0g protein.

For more delicious healthy low carb recipes, checkout these ideas:

  • Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Make the spicy chicken in just minutes, then load up fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!
  • Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy healthy meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes! Great for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or just plain! 
  • Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps: Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious healthy meal that cooks in just 10 minutes! Simple to make, family friendly, and so tasty!
  • No-Mayo Avocado Egg Salad is the healthiest version of Egg Salad! Cut out the fatty mayonnaise by using creamy avocado and Greek yogurt for the best egg salad!
  • Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Spaghetti Squash has only 314 calories per servings, is extremely delicious, and super easy to make! Everyone will love it!
  • One Pot Spicy Thai Zoodles are the perfect healthy meal! Substitute zucchini noodles for pasta for only 162 calories PER SERVING! 

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All of the classic Big Mac ingredients and flavors fill this delicious salad, but with no bun, there's no guilt! This low carb Big Mac Salad will become a dinner staple!



5 from 16 votes
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Big Mac Salad (low carb)
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
 

All of the classic Big Mac ingredients and flavors fill this delicious salad, but with no bun there’s no guilt! This low carb Big Mac Salad will become a dinner staple!

Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: big mac salad
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 311 kcal
Ingredients
  • non stick spray or 1/2 tsp oil
  • 1/2 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 large white onion, cut in half
  • 8 cups chopped lettuce
  • 24 dill pickle slices, chopped
  • 1 large tomato, chopped
  • 1 ounce cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 4 TBS Big Mac Sauce , see recipe link below
Instructions
  1. Make the big mac sauce and place it in the fridge to meld while cooking everything else. The recipe can be found HERE.
  2. In a medium skillet, add oil or nonstick spray, then add the lean ground beef and 1/2 the chopped onion. Mix and cook until crumbled and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain the fat/grease, set aside.

  3. While the ground beef is cooking, prep the vegetables: Chop the lettuce, onions, dill pickles, and tomatoes. Have the cheese ready as well.

  4. Using a large bowl, add lettuce, tomatoes, remaining chopped onion, pickles, cheese, cooked beef, and drizzle the copycat Big Mac Sauce over the top! Toss and enjoy!

Recipe Notes
  • Nutritional information per serving (2 servings, without dressing): 311 calories, 13g fat, 18g carbohydrates, 6 grams fiber, 30g protein. **9 weight watchers points per serving.
  • To reduce fat and calories further, you could also use ground turkey or chicken in place of the beef.
  • Be sure to use lean beef for this recipe.
  • Nutritional information for the Big Mac Sauce/Dressing per 2 TBS serving: 49 calories, 3g fat, 6g carbohydrates, 5g sugar, 0g protein.
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  1. Beth Pierce says

    May 13, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    5 stars
    My whole family enjoyed this mouth watering meal! I am going to have it for lunch again today!

    Reply
  2. Andrea Thueson says

    May 13, 2019 at 1:50 pm

    5 stars
    This looks so yummy! I’ve been on the lookout for some new low carb recipes!

    Reply
  3. Cyd says

    May 13, 2019 at 2:15 pm

    5 stars
    Oh man, my husband and my teenagers would go crazy for this! It sounds so so good!

    Reply
  4. Jade Manning says

    May 13, 2019 at 2:28 pm

    5 stars
    A Big Mac Salad? What an incredible idea!!

    Reply
  5. Jen says

    May 13, 2019 at 8:48 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect way to satsify a craving! Can’t wait to try this.

    Reply
  6. Shannon Graham says

    May 14, 2019 at 6:30 am

    5 stars
    This used to be my favorite sandwich back in the day. This salad looks SO good!

    Reply
  7. Sara Welch says

    May 14, 2019 at 1:07 pm

    5 stars
    I am in LOVE with this recipe! It was a perfect hit at dinner last night; my family was gushing!

    Reply
  8. Jocelyn says

    May 14, 2019 at 1:18 pm

    5 stars
    I seriously cannot wait to make this for dinner!!! I’m always l looking for new low carb options!

    Reply
  9. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    May 14, 2019 at 8:24 pm

    5 stars
    I need to try this immediately, it looks so good!

    Reply
  10. Cathy | Toodrie says

    May 16, 2019 at 12:26 am

    I LOVE this recipe!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      May 16, 2019 at 11:04 pm

      So happy you like it as much as we do!

      Reply
  11. Krista says

    May 17, 2019 at 11:12 am

    5 stars
    The Big Mac Salad gets a big round of applause from me! Delicious!

    Reply
  12. Jessica says

    March 11, 2020 at 11:54 am

    I would eat this every day! Big Mac without the bun! YUM!

    Reply
  13. Carrie Robinson says

    March 11, 2020 at 8:35 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a fun idea for a salad! Looks delicious. 🙂

    Reply
  14. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    March 12, 2020 at 10:34 am

    5 stars
    So vibrant, healthy and yummy!

    Reply
  15. Toni says

    March 12, 2020 at 12:00 pm

    5 stars
    What an amazing salad perfect for weeknights!

    Reply
  16. katerina @ diethood.com says

    March 12, 2020 at 12:13 pm

    5 stars
    Now, this is my kind of salad!! WOW!! AMAZING!! A must make!

    Reply
  17. Sara Welch says

    March 12, 2020 at 2:07 pm

    5 stars
    What a delicious recipe! Always up for a good copycat dish; excited to enjoy this for dinner tonight!

    Reply
  18. Tisha says

    March 12, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    5 stars
    Americas favorite cheeseburger just got a face lift!! This is great!

    Reply

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