Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Salad Recipe

This Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Salad Recipe is an easy and savory recipe, which is made with seasoned ground beef and crisp romaine lettuce. It’s the perfect weeknight dinner, ready in about 25 minutes.

Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Salad Recipe Ingredients

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1/3 cup ketchup, plus more if needed
• 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce, plus more if needed
• 1 tablespoon Dijon or spicy mustard, plus more if needed
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard, plus more if needed
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
• 4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 heads romaine or green-leaf lettuce, torn
• 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
• 4 Roma tomatoes, diced
• 8 dill pickle spears, cubed
• 1 red onion, sliced

How To Make Pioneer Woman Cheeseburger Salad

1. Cook the meat mixture: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes until cooked through. Drain off the excess fat. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the ketchup, barbecue sauce, Dijon mustard, and yellow mustard. Taste and add more of any sauce component you think it needs. Keep the meat mixture warm.
2. Make the croutons: While the meat cooks, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in a separate skillet over low heat. Add the cubed hamburger buns and toss to coat. Continue to toast the croutons over low heat for 10 to 12 minutes, adding another 2 tablespoons of butter every few minutes and tossing, until all the butter is used and the croutons are golden brown and nicely toasted.
3. Assemble the salad: To serve, pile a generous amount of torn lettuce onto each plate. Top with a large spoonful of the warm meat mixture, then sprinkle with plenty of grated Cheddar cheese. Arrange the diced tomatoes, cubed pickles, and sliced red onion over the top. Finish by scattering the warm, buttery croutons all over the salad. Serve immediately.

Recipe Tips

• How to make the best croutons: The key is low and slow. Toasting the bun cubes over low heat and adding the butter in stages allows them to soak up all the buttery goodness without burning, resulting in perfectly crisp, flavorful croutons.
• Can I use a different dressing? While the sauce mixed into the meat acts as a dressing, some people like extra. A drizzle of Thousand Island or a classic French dressing would be delicious additions.
• How to meal prep this salad: For easy lunches, store the cooked meat mixture, the chopped veggies, and the croutons in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Assemble the salad just before eating to keep the lettuce crisp.
• Can I use a different kind of lettuce? Absolutely. Iceberg lettuce would provide a great crunch, and a spring mix would also work well. Use your favorite greens.

What To Serve With Cheeseburger Salad

This salad is a complete meal on its own, but if you want to add a side, consider these classics:

• A side of crispy french fries or tater tots
• A small cup of tomato soup
• Corn on the cob

How To Store Cheeseburger Salad

Refrigerate: It is best to store the components separately. The cooked meat mixture can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. The chopped vegetables and croutons should also be stored in their own separate containers. Do not store the assembled salad, as the lettuce will become wilted.

Cheeseburger Salad Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 750kcal
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 38g
• Fat: 50g
• Saturated Fat: 25g
• Sodium: 1100mg
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 15g

Nutrition information is estimated per serving and may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.

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