Big Mac Bowls

Big Mac Bowls

4 servings
These Big Mac Salad Bowls have everything you love about the famous burger with half the calories. Juicy ground beef, special sauce, crisp lettuce and all the fixings, in one delicious high protein cheeseburger bowl. It's the perfect way to get your fast food burger craving in.

Ingredients

  • lean ground beef

    96/4

    1 lb.
  • onion

    chopped

    ½ c
  • yellow mustard
    2 tsp.
  • garlic powder
    1 tsp.
  • onion powder
    1 tsp.
  • salt and black pepper
    to taste
  • light mayonnaise

    90g

    ⅓ c
  • ketchup

    100g

    ⅓ c
  • dill pickles

    chopped

    ¼ c
  • pickle juice
    1 ½ tbsp.
  • shredded iceberg lettuce
    8 c
  • shredded cheddar cheese

    56g

    ½ c
  • chopped white onion
  • pickles
  • chopped red onion
  • chopped tomato
  • side of fries

Directions

  1. 1

    Spray a large skillet over medium heat with nonstick spray. Add the ground beef and onion and cook until the beef is cooked through and no longer pink, breaking into bite sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and mustard to the beef and stir to combine. Let simmer while you make your sauce.

  3. 3

    In a small mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, pickles and pickle juice and mix to combine.

  4. 4

    Assemble your bowls and enjoy!

Bowl assembly

  1. 1

    Fill each bowl with 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce, 100 grams of meat mixture, 14 grams (appromiately 2 tbsp.) cheddar cheese, ¼ cup (58g) Big Mac sauce, chopped onions and additional pickles.

Meal prep assembly

  1. 1

    Layer meat first and top with parchment paper. Top with the lettuce, onions and cheese. Either add the pickles or place on a separate small parchment paper so they don’t make the lettuce soggy. Put the sauce in the small tupperware bowl to bring on the side. Remove the salad portion and heat the meat directly in the dish and then mix your bowls. Or enjoy cold too!

Big Mac Bowls

Big Mac Bowls

4 servings301 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the iconic taste of a Big Mac without the drive-thru guilt? These Big Mac Bowls deliver all the flavor you love in a wholesome, high-protein meal, perfect for satisfying that burger craving. You get all the classic fixings, transformed into a fresh and vibrant bowl.

The genius of this recipe lies in its ability to capture the essence of the famous burger while significantly cutting down on calories. With juicy, perfectly seasoned lean ground beef and a spot-on homemade special sauce, it’s a smart way to enjoy a fast-food favorite at home. This approach ensures maximum flavor without any compromise.

What you'll experience is a delightful medley of textures and tastes. Imagine tender, savory ground beef mingling with crisp, shredded iceberg lettuce, tangy chopped pickles, and a generous sprinkle of cheddar cheese. The creamy, zesty special sauce ties everything together, creating a symphony of flavors that is both comforting and refreshing. Each bite offers that distinct Big Mac experience, but in a lighter, more wholesome format, clocking in at just 301 calories per serving. It's a quick and easy main course that doesn't skimp on deliciousness.

Customizing your Big Mac Bowl is simple and encouraged. While lean ground beef is a fantastic base, you can adjust the amount of fresh toppings like chopped white onion, red onion, or tomato to your liking. Feel free to pile on extra dill pickles for an added punch of tanginess. You can also play with the amount of shredded cheddar cheese to suit your preference.

These versatile Big Mac Bowls are ideal for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a convenient, healthy lunch. For the ultimate classic diner experience, serve them alongside a comforting side of fries.

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