Description
Experience the delightful fusion of nostalgic flavors with this Big Mac Pasta Salad. Crunchy fresh veggies, seasoned ground beef, and creamy Thousand Island dressing come together to create a vibrant dish that’s perfect for any gathering. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, this unique salad will impress your friends at picnics or BBQs and is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups shredded lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 cup sliced dill pickles
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Thousand Island dressing
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, seasoned beef, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced pickles, and cheddar cheese.
- Pour Thousand Island dressing over the mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg