All the classic Big Mac flavors—juicy beef, crunchy lettuce, pickles, cheese, and creamy “special sauce”—turned into a high-protein, low-carb bowl. Perfect for meal prep and healthier cravings!
🧾 Ingredients (2–3 servings)
Protein Base:
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)
- Salt & black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Salad:
- 3 cups chopped lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced onion
- ¼ cup pickles, chopped
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
🥣 Big Mac Sauce (Light Version)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp light mayo
- 1 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1 tbsp pickle relish
- ½ tsp paprika
👨🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook Beef
Cook ground beef with salt, pepper, and garlic powder until browned. Drain excess fat.
2️⃣ Make Sauce
Mix all sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.
3️⃣ Assemble Bowl
In a bowl, layer:
- Lettuce
- Cooked beef
- Tomatoes, onions, pickles
- Cheese
4️⃣ Finish
Drizzle generously with Big Mac sauce and toss lightly.
⏱️ Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 10 minutes
- Total: ~20 minutes
📊 Nutrition (Per serving)
- Calories: ~350
- Protein: 28–32g
- Carbs: 10–12g
- Fat: 20g
⭐ WW Points: ≈5–6 Points
💡 Tips
- Use ground turkey for a lighter version
- Add sesame seeds on top for true Big Mac vibe
- Make it keto by skipping ketchup in sauce
❓ FAQs
1️⃣ Is this low-carb?
Yes—very low in carbs compared to a real burger.
2️⃣ Can I meal prep it?
Yes, store components separately for 3 days.
3️⃣ Can I add fries?
Try air fryer potatoes on the side for balance.
4️⃣ What cheese works best?
Cheddar or American for authentic flavor.