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Updated: Aug 4, 2025 · Published: Jun 25, 2025 by makepurethyheart · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

Vegan Big Mac Burger Salad

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A Salad That Hits Like a 🍔

Fresh baked fish with herbs and cheese, served with mixed greens and roasted potatoes, drizzled with creamy dressing.

If you love the iconic flavor of a Big Mac but want something fresher and plant-based, this Vegan Big Mac Burger Salad is going to change your salad game. It's everything you adore—juicy patties, melty cheese, tangy pickles, and a craveable special sauce—all chopped and tossed over crisp iceberg lettuce. No buns, no heaviness, just pure satisfaction in every bite.

What makes this salad extra special? A punchy, herb-forward vegan “Mac” sauce that’s creamy, tangy, and totally addictive. Plus, by doubling down on crisp lettuce and fresh herbs, you're giving this classic a bright, modern twist.

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🧡 Why You’ll Love This Vegan Big Mac Burger Salad

  • Fast food flavor with a fresh twist
  • 100% plant-based and dairy-free
  • High-protein and satisfying
  • Great for meal prep or quick lunches
  • Totally customizable (hello, spicy pickles and avocado!)

🥬 Key Ingredients

Vegan Burger Patty (No Bull brand recommended)

These soy-based patties pack that meaty texture you crave in a burger. Searing them brings out the umami and creates a crispy edge that’s perfect for this salad.

Vegan Cheese (Rebel Cheese or Good Planet)

We’re going for melty here. Add a slice of vegan American-style cheese and let it melt over the hot patty for that nostalgic Big Mac flavor.

Iceberg Lettuce

Crunchy, cool, and the perfect base for all the savory toppings. Iceberg holds its own and gives this salad that signature Big Mac “bite.”

Pickles

Tangy, salty, and a must-have. Pickles bring brightness and acidity that cuts through the creamy sauce and rich patties.

Vegan “Mac” Dressing

Think classic burger sauce with an herbaceous upgrade. Vegan mayo forms the base, while ketchup, mustard, dill pickle juice, and loads of fresh dill and cilantro create the magic.

Potatoes

Boiled and seared as substitute for fries.

🔪 Directions

Fresh plant-based veggie patties cooking in a skillet, promoting healthy eating and mindful food choices.
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Creamy dill sauce with fresh herbs for healthy and delicious dressing or dip. Made with natural ingredients for wholesome living.
Fresh homemade salad with melted cheese, grilled chicken, vegetables, and creamy dressing, healthy and flavorful.


1. Prep the Veggies

Chop iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice pickles and get your herbs (dill and cilantro) finely chopped. Set aside.

2. Sear the Vegan Patties

Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Sear your No Bull patties until golden and heated through, about 3–4 minutes per side.

3. Melt the Cheese

Just before the patties are done, place a slice of vegan cheese on each one. Cover the pan for 30 seconds to melt.

4. Make the Herby “Mac” Sauce

In a bowl, whisk together vegan mayo, ketchup, mustard, a splash of pickle juice, and your chopped herbs. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

5. Fry some Potatoes

Boil and fry up some sliced marble potatoes.

6. Assemble the Salad

Lay a bed of iceberg lettuce in your bowl. Slice the cheesy patties into bite-sized pieces and scatter over the lettuce. Add pickles, drizzle generously with your dressing, and toss to combine.

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🔄 Variations

  • Low-Carb Version: Skip the ketchup and use sugar-free pickles.
  • Spicy Mac Salad: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the dressing.
  • Loaded Version: Throw in cherry tomatoes, red onion, or even avocado for extra richness.
  • Grain Bowl Twist: Serve over cooked quinoa or brown rice for a heartier bowl.

🔁 Substitutions

  • Vegan Patty: Use Beyond Burger, Impossible, or black bean patties if No Bull isn’t available.
  • Vegan Cheese: Any meltable vegan cheese works; opt for cheddar-style for that classic fast-food taste.
  • Herbs: Don’t have dill? Parsley can work in a pinch, though the flavor won’t be quite as iconic.
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❓ FAQ

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Keep components separate. Store chopped lettuce, cooked patties, and sauce individually and assemble when ready to eat.

Is this salad gluten-free?
Check your patty brand and cheese for gluten ingredients. No Bull and Rebel Cheese are gluten-free.

How long does the dressing last?
Stored in an airtight container in the fridge, the dressing lasts up to 5 days.

Fresh salad with grilled fish, leafy greens, potatoes, and creamy dressing, promoting healthy eating and wellness.


💡 Top Tip

Let the patties rest for a minute before slicing. This keeps them juicy and prevents sogginess in your salad.

🥄 Hint

For a bolder flavor, double the herbs in your dressing. Dill and cilantro really bring the “green goddess” energy to the classic Big Mac taste.

🏁 Final Thoughts: Big Mac Energy, Salad Form

This Vegan Big Mac Burger Salad is the best of both worlds—indulgent yet fresh, comforting yet nourishing. It's fast food meets real food, and it’s ready in under 30 minutes. Whether you're a meal-prepper, a weeknight warrior, or just obsessed with salad-meets-burger hybrids, this one’s for you.

So grab your skillet, your greens, and your favorite plant-based cheese—this is a Big Mac glow-up you won’t want to miss.

Fresh baked fish with herbs and cheese, served with mixed greens and roasted potatoes, drizzled with creamy dressing.

Vegan Big Mac Burger Salad

If you love the iconic flavor of a Big Mac but want something fresher and plant-based, this Vegan Big Mac Burger Salad is going to change your salad game. It's everything you adore—juicy patties, melty cheese, tangy pickles, and a craveable special sauce—all chopped and tossed over crisp iceberg lettuce. No buns, no heaviness, just pure satisfaction in every bite.
3.75 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Salad:

  • 2 vegan burger patties No Bull or similar
  • 2 slices vegan cheese Rebel Cheese or Good Planet recommended
  • 4 cups iceberg lettuce chopped
  • ⅓ cup sliced pickles

For the Herby Vegan "Mac" Dressing:

  • ½ cup vegan mayo
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Prep the Veggies

  • Chop iceberg lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Slice pickles and get your herbs (dill and cilantro) finely chopped. Set aside.

Sear the Vegan Patties

  • Heat a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat. Sear your No Bull patties until golden and heated through, about 3–4 minutes per side.

Melt the Cheese

  • Just before the patties are done, place a slice of vegan cheese on each one. Cover the pan for 30 seconds to melt.

Make the Herby “Mac” Sauce

  • In a bowl, whisk together vegan mayo, ketchup, mustard, a splash of pickle juice, and your chopped herbs. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.

Assemble the Salad

  • Lay a bed of iceberg lettuce in your bowl. Slice the cheesy patties into bite-sized pieces and scatter over the lettuce. Add pickles, drizzle generously with your dressing, and toss to combine.
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