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A large bowl of Big Mac Pasta Salad with ground beef, cheese, and pickles
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Big Mac Pasta Salad

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 480kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 oz rotini or medium shell pasta
  • 1 lb lean ground beef (90/10)
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup white onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup dill pickles, diced
  • 2 cups iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 1/2 cup mayonnais e
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 2 tbsp sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tsp white vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprik a
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, rinse with cold water to stop the cooking process, and set aside.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with salt and pepper until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and allow the beef to cool completely.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, relish, vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika until smooth.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta, cooked ground beef, diced onions, shredded cheese, and diced pickles.
  • Pour the dressing over the pasta mixture and toss until all components are evenly coated.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Immediately before serving, fold in the shredded iceberg lettuce and garnish with toasted sesame seeds.