High Protein Big Mac Pasta
High Protein Big Mac Pasta is a delicious and nutritious twist on the beloved fast-food classic. This hearty dish combines the rich flavors of a Big Mac with protein-packed ingredients, making it perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner. With creamy Greek yogurt and lean beef, this easy-to-make recipe ensures you stay satisfied and energized. In just 25 minutes, you can enjoy a comforting bowl of pasta that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re customizing it with your favorite veggies or adding a drizzle of homemade Big Mac sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 250 g whole wheat or high-protein pasta
- 700 g lean beef mince
- 200 g Greek yogurt
- 100 g grated cheddar cheese
- ½ onion (finely diced)
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 100 g plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
- 1 tbsp pickled relish or finely chopped pickles
- 1 tsp vinegar
Instructions
- Cook the pasta as directed on the package and set aside.
- In a non-stick pan over medium heat, brown the lean beef with oregano and garlic powder.
- Lower heat, stir in Greek yogurt and cheddar cheese until creamy; add pasta water if needed.
- Combine cooked pasta with the beef mixture until well coated.
- Prepare Big Mac sauce by mixing remaining ingredients in a bowl.
- Serve pasta topped with sauce, diced onion, tomatoes, pickles, and lettuce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 95mg