Description
A creamy, tangy pasta salad that captures the beloved flavors of Big Macs, perfect for summer gatherings and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta (like fusilli or rotini)
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cup pickles, diced
- 1/2 cup cheese (cheddar or American), shredded
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and let cool.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, seasoning with salt and pepper. Drain excess fat and let cool.
- Combine the cooled pasta, cooked beef, lettuce, pickles, and cheese in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until well combined.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make ahead for best flavor; store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg