Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 tsp Sea salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 8 oz Romaine lettuce (chopped; or iceberg lettuce if desired)
- 1 cup Tomatoes (chopped)
- 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Pickles (diced)
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
For the Dressing
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Pickles (diced)
- 2 tsp Mustard
- 1 tsp White vinegar
- 1/2 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tbsp Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (or preferred sweetener)
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Optionally, add a little oil if needed. Break apart the meat with a spatula and season with sea salt and black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fully browned and any moisture has evaporated.
- Prepare the Dressing: While the beef cooks, combine all the dressing ingredients—mayonnaise, diced pickles, mustard, white vinegar, smoked paprika, and powdered sweetener—in a blender. Puree until smooth. If the dressing is thicker than your preference, thin it out with a small amount of water or oil and blend again. Taste and adjust the sweetness to your liking. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chopped romaine lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced pickles.
- Add Beef and Dressing: Add the cooked ground beef to the salad mixture. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the entire salad and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds over the top for garnish and serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use iceberg lettuce if you prefer a crunchier texture over romaine.
- Adjust the sweetness in the dressing according to your taste preference or dietary needs.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the dressing.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to one day; keep the dressing separate to prevent sogginess.
- To make it dairy-free, substitute cheddar cheese with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
