Vegan Big Mac Daddy Salad

A little bit of what you fancy.... but better.

Sometimes you want a burger.

Not a sad “clean eating” burger - A proper, nostalgic, messy, Big-Mac-style situation.

So I turned that craving into something plant-powered, protein-packed, and wildly satisfying.

And yes… this one happens to be a salad.

This Vegan Big Mac Daddy Salad is my answer to those cravings — all the flavours you love, minus the heaviness. It’s stacked with protein (50g!!), loaded with crunch, and drenched in a smoky, tangy burger-style sauce that honestly deserves its own fan club.

We’re not about that restrictive diet life here at The Green Grimoire. Nothing wrong with enjoying a burger as a treat — but sometimes it’s nice to take the thing you’re craving and make it work for you.

More plants. More protein. More satisfaction.

Vegan Big Mac Daddy Salad (Serves 1)

Ingredients

Salad

• 220g vegan mince (I use Vivera mince for the high protein)

• 132g shredded lettuce

• ¼ brown onion, finely diced

• 4 pickles, diced

• 4 baby plum tomatoes, sliced

• 15g grated vegan cheese (I love plant based cathedral city)

• 1 tsp sesame seeds

Big Mac–Style Sauce

• 1 tbsp reduced sugar ketchup

• 1 tbsp pickle juice (straight from the jar — trust me)

• ½ tbsp mustard

• 2 tbsp Alpro Greek-style yoghurt

• 1 tbsp vegan mayo

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast

• Salt and pepper(to taste)

  
  

Method

1. Pan-fry the vegan mince in a tsp of oil over medium heat until browned and slightly crispy around the edges. Season lightly if needed and set aside.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth, creamy, and tangy. Adjust spices to your liking — this is your burger moment.

3. Add shredded lettuce to a bowl and spoon the warm mince over and top with grated cheese.

4. Drizzle generously with sauce, then finish with diced onion, pickles, tomatoes, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

5. Eat immediately! This is not a polite salad. Mix it all up and dig in.

   
   

Why This Salad Hits Different

This isn’t about “diet food”, it’s about smart swaps.

• High protein from the vegan mince helps support muscle recovery and keeps you full

• Big flavours mean no feelings of deprivation

• Volume eating vibes without feeling heavy

• The sauce uses vegan Greek-style yoghurt and nutritional yeast, which lightens it up without sacrificing creaminess. Adding extra protein, umami, and that savoury “burger sauce” depth we all love.

• Perfect for days when you want comfort food that still loves you back.

It’s familiar, nostalgic, indulgent but none of the cruelty.

Exactly how we like it.

This Vegan Big Mac Daddy Salad proves you don’t have to choose between what you want and what makes you feel good. Sometimes you can have both; just in a bowl, with extra crunch and a sauce you’ll probably start putting on everything.

If you make it, tag me and let me know.

Until then…

Eat the plants. Lift the things.

Blessed be,

Sam x