Big Mac Pasta Salad – Page 2 – Inspiration Station

Be sure to let your rotini and hamburger fully cool before continuing with assembly of the pasta salad.
Place the pasta, hamburger, cheese cubes, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, onion, and diced dill pickles in an x-large mixing bowl. Gently fold together until thoroughly mixed.

1 pound Rotini Pasta,1 pound Hamburger,1½ cups Cheddar Cheese Cubes,1½ cups Shredded Iceberg Lettuce,1½ cups Cherry Tomatoes,1 cup Minced Onion,1½ cups Diced Dill Pickle
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thousand island dressing and mayonnaise and stir until combined.

1⅓ cups Thousand Island Dressing,⅔ cup Mayonnaise
Pour the dressing over the top of the pasta salad and gently fold again until all the ingredients are fully coated with the dressing.
Cover and place in the fridge to rest for at least 2 hours or until chilled through. You can eat the salad immediately, if desired, the flavors just get much better when everything is left to chill for a bit.
Garnish with dill pickle chips and white sesame seeds, if desired, and enjoy!

Dill Pickle Chips ,½ teaspoon White Sesame Seeds

Makes about 16 cups or 4 quarts.

Storage :

In The Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Make-ahead tip: Cook the pasta, brown the beef, and mix the dressing up to a day in advance. Combine everything just before serving for the freshest texture.
Do not freeze — the lettuce and dressing don’t hold up well after thawing.

Tips:

While you can eat it right away, chilling the burger pasta salad ahead of time really helps the flavors come together. It’s worth the wait!
Chop everything into small, even pieces so you get a bit of everything in each bite—just like the real thing.
Not a fan of tomatoes? Leave them out. Want to kick up the heat? Add some spicy cheese or a dash of hot sauce. Craving more veggies? Toss in diced bell peppers, cucumber, or even sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
Some people like a pinch of salt to enhance the flavor, while others prefer it as-is. Taste and adjust to your preference.
This recipe makes about 4 quarts, so it’s great for gatherings. If you’re serving a smaller group, consider halving the recipe.