- LC
This Big Mac Salad is your favorite fast food burger—transformed into a crave-worthy, low-carb bowl! It’s got all the iconic flavors (beef, pickles, special sauce) but skips the bun and keeps things light, fast, and totally family-friendly. This great recipe for big mac salad is quick, easy and keto. It tastes just like a big mac, but in a salad bowl. It is a filling salad that everyone loves.
- LC
March 11, 2026
This Big Mac Salad is your favorite fast food burger—transformed into a crave-worthy, low-carb bowl! It’s got all the iconic flavors (beef, pickles, special sauce) but skips the bun and keeps things light, fast, and totally family-friendly. This great recipe for big mac salad is quick, easy and keto. It tastes just like a big mac, but in a salad bowl. It is a filling salad that everyone loves.
Instructions
My Calorie Intake
Review & Earn
Be the first to review this recipe and earn a 20% Bonus
Level up & unlock free Premium by reviewing recipes!
My Notes
Your kitchen notebook is waiting.
Whether it's a recipe tweak or an inspiration burst — jot it down here.
Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Beef Without Overcrowding 🍳Cook ground beef in batches over medium-high heat without stirring for the first 3-4 minutes to develop a flavorful crust; this creates the authentic Big Mac burger texture rather than steamed meat.
- Make Special Sauce in Advance 🔧Combine mayo, Dijon mustard, relish, white vinegar, and honey the night before to allow flavors to meld and intensify, making the dressing taste more like the iconic Big Mac sauce.
- Toast Sesame Seeds for Depth 🌾Lightly toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before garnishing to unlock their nutty flavor and add textural contrast that mimics the bun.
- Season Beef Properly with Spice Blend 🧂Mix paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and all-purpose seasoning together before adding to the beef for even distribution; this creates consistent, restaurant-quality flavor throughout every bite.
- Chill Lettuce and Assemble Last 🧊Keep iceberg lettuce chilled until serving and assemble the salad just before eating to prevent sogginess from the warm beef and dressing.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Carb
My Calorie Intake
Smart Nutrition 
Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Glycemic Analysis
More Recipes From It is a Keeper
From the creator of this recipe
No Recipes Available
Recommended Recipes for you
Tailored to your preferences
