Easy Whole30 Big Mac In-A-Bowl

After making the most delicious copy cat version of MacDonald's "special sauce", I knew I had to come up with a healthy Paleo and Whole30 approved Big Mac In-A-Bowl.  Much healthier but just as delicious as a real Big Mac, this Whole30 and Paleo version can satisfy any Big Mac cravings.

Since going gluten-free about 15 years ago, I have learned to create tasty and delicious recipes that don't include wheat.

And although I feel so much healthier without wheat, I can tell you that some of the childhood foods that I loved are dearly missed.

So, instead of lamenting about my heartache, I try to create delicious, healthy and gluten-free recipes that resemble and taste like my old gluten-laden favourites.

And this is one such recipe!

This Whole30 Big Mac In A Bowl has all the flavours of my beloved Big Mac without any of the added chemicals, additives or wheat.

By combining ground meat with my homemade copycat Big Mac "Special Sauce", you can make a tasty copycat Whole30 Big Mac in under 20 minutes.

What did Mr. Grumbles think?

Well, I am glad you asked because he gave this recipe 2 thumbs up and continued to eat it for the next 2 days as leftovers!

Why do I love this Whole30 Big Mac In-A-Bowl so much?

• only 4 ingredients
• quick and easy
• healthy and low in carbs
• tasty and delicious
• only 1 dish to clean!

What ingredients do you need to make this Whole30 Big Mac In-A-Bowl recipe?

• ground meat (I used ground turkey)
• special sauce
• shredded cabbage
• onion
• lettuce, tomatoes and green onions (optional)

How easy is it to make this Paleo, Keto and Whole30 Big Mac In-A-Bowl recipe?

• cook the chopped onion
• add the ground meat to the onion and continue to cook
• add in the sliced cabbage and heat through
• add in the special sauce and stir to combine
• add it to a bowl of lettuce and garnish with diced tomatoes and green onions
• add additional special sauce if desired

What type of ground meat can I use?

• ground turkey
• ground chicken
• ground pork
• ground beef

Regardless of what type of ground meat you use, they all taste delicious.

Looking for a vegetarian option?

You could substitute with any Beyond Meat ground product or tofu.

If you like this Whole30 Big Mac In-A-Bowl, you may also enjoy:

• Egg Roll In-A-Bowl (Whole30, Keto)
• Roasted Cabbage Steak, Potatoes and Sausage
• Easy Bacon and Dill Cabbage Pie
• Healthy and Easy Cuban Casserole

Whole30 and Paleo Big Mac In A Bowl

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This recipe is so easy to make, is Whole30 and Paleo compliant and absolutely delicious to eat!

• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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• ½ - 1 cup Special Sauce
• 16 oz ground meat (beef, chicken, turkey or pork)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 small green head of cabbage, thinly sliced
• shredded lettuce, tomato, green onion, cheese - OPTIONAL

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Instructions

1. Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat.  Add diced onion and cook until onion has begun to softened (about 5-7 minutes)
2. Add in ground meat, breaking up an large pieces and continue to cook until no longer pink.
3. Turn the heat down to low and add the shredded cabbage.  Add ½ cup of the special sauce and carefully stir everything together.  
4. Continue to cook for 2-5 minutes or until the cabbage has been slightly softened.
5. If desired, add shredded lettuce to a bowl, top with shredded cabbage and beef mixture and top with garnishes.  Add additional special sauce if needed.

Notes

• It will appear that there is too much cabbage at first but as you continue to stir the cabbage, it will cook down significantly
• Don't overcook the cabbage or it will get somewhat soggy
• Feel free to use any type of meat or meat substitute

• Author: Cat
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Main Meals
• Cuisine: Whole30, Keto, Gluten Free, Dairy Free

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 256
• Sugar: 1.7 g
• Fat: 19.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 2.1 g
• Protein: 18.1 g