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Bacon Cheeseburger Salad

This recipe transforms the classic bacon cheeseburger into a hearty, low-carb salad. Featuring seasoned ground beef, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, pimento olives, and cheddar cheese, it's all tossed with a rich bacon ranch dressing and crispy bacon bits. Quick to prepare, it offers a satisfying and flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Total Time 25 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 1861 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet For browning ground beef
  • 1 Chef's knife For chopping vegetables
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl For tossing the salad
  • 1 Colander or Slotted Spoon For draining fat from beef

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 lb Gound Beef
  • 6 Tbs Pace Picante Sauce optional
  • 15 Pimento Olives
  • 2 Tomatoes
  • 1 whole cucumber
  • 8 Tbs Hidden Valley Ranch Bacon Ranch Dressing
  • 4 Tbs Bacon Bits
  • 1 C Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Instructions
 

  • Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until no pink remains.
  • Once the beef is fully cooked, thoroughly drain any excess fat. Season the beef with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside to cool slightly.
  • While the beef cools, dice the tomatoes and cucumber into bite-sized pieces for uniform texture.
  • If using whole pimento olives, slice them into halves or quarters.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes, diced cucumber, and sliced pimento olives.
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits to the bowl.
  • Pour the Hidden Valley Ranch Bacon Ranch Dressing over the ingredients in the bowl.
  • Gently toss all the ingredients together until they are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
  • Optionally, serve the salad over a bed of fresh crisp lettuce greens for added freshness and volume.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy your deconstructed Bacon Cheeseburger Salad.

Notes

For the ground beef, ensure it's well-browned and seasoned adequately; draining excess fat will keep the salad lighter. Dice the tomatoes and cucumber uniformly for better texture. While pre-made bacon bits are convenient, cooking fresh crispy bacon will significantly elevate the flavor profile. Consider adding a base of crisp romaine or iceberg lettuce for added freshness and volume, although not listed in the original ingredients, it enhances the 'salad' aspect. A dash of Worcestershire sauce with the beef can deepen its savory notes, mimicking that classic burger taste. Serve immediately to enjoy the textures.