Big Mac Pasta Salad That Hits Just Right
A delightful pasta salad that tastes just like a Big Mac with a tangy kick and fresh crunch!
Equipment
- 1 Pressure cooker for cooking pasta
- 1 Skillet for browning beef
- 1 Large bowl for mixing salad
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 ounces cavatappi pasta boiled and drained
- 1 pound lean ground beef browned and drained
- 0.5 red onion thinly sliced
- 0.75 cup dill pickles diced
- 1 cup green leaf lettuce chopped fresh
- 10 ounces cherry tomatoes sliced in half
- 8 ounces mild cheddar cheese cubed
- 2 cups thousand island dressing heart of the flavor
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Optional salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook the cavatappi pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then quick release and drain.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet, then drain the fat.
- Slice the red onion, dice the dill pickles, chop lettuce, and halve cherry tomatoes.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, beef, onion, pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheddar cubes. Mix well.
- Pour in thousand island dressing, toss gently, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving.
Notes
For a healthier option, consider adding extra vegetables such as bell peppers or shredded carrots for additional crunch and nutrition.