Craving a McDonald's Big Mac but not the carb crash that comes with the bun? Same. That’s why I whipped up this Big Mac Wrap recipe—because sometimes you want all the flavor without needing a nap afterward.
These delicious big mac wraps may have had their 15 minutes of TikTok fame, but they’re still going strong in my kitchen. Made with savory beef, melty cheese, fresh lettuce, onions, tangy dill chips, and my homemade take on the iconic Big Mac sauce, all bundled up in a soft tortilla.
Best part? It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this fast-food favorite a weeknight reality—no drive-thru required.
Craving more restaurant-style meals at home? Try my Feta Cheese & Spinach White Pizza (inspired by Domino’s) or my take on Doc Green’s Dr. Ranchero - aka the Southwest BBQ Chicken Salad.
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In true 30 Minute Dinners fashion, I'm proudly calling in reinforcements—from the grocery store. If someone else already shredded the lettuce and shaped the patties, who am I to argue? This meal’s all about fast, fuss-free prep. Zero shame. Maximum flavor.
- Beef: As I mentioned above, I let the store do the shaping—pre-made beef patties for the win. I like the ⅓-pound 85/15 kind for these wraps. Want to save a buck? Shape your own with 1 pound of ground beef and make quarter-pounders. Boom—budget-friendly Big Mac Wraps.
- Shredded Lettuce: I like shredded iceberg for this, use a romaine blend if you're feeling fancy.
- Pickles: Dill pickles are the Big Mac standard, and I’m sticking to tradition. But hey, it’s your kitchen—use bread and butter pickles, spicy ones, or whatever floats your burger boat.
- Cheese: American cheese melts like a dream. There’s just no denying it. But if you’ve got strong cheddar feelings, cheddar cheese works too.
- Tortillas: I use Extreme Wellness whole wheat tortillas because they’re soft, tasty, and don’t require any warming—just wrap and roll. Not counting carbs or calories? Use any tortilla you love.
- Onion: It’s on a Big Mac, so it’s going on my wrap. Not a fan? Leave them off.
- Homemade Big Mac Sauce: This one’s easy and so worth it. You’ll need mayo, sweet pickle relish, yellow mustard, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of white wine vinegar. Mix it up, slather it on, and enjoy your DIY “special sauce” moment.
Step-By-Step Instructions (with photos)
See recipe card below for complete directions with amounts.
Step 1: Make the sauce.
Step 2: Cook the burgers.
Step 3: Cut burgers into fourths and place the pieces in the center of each tortilla.
Step 4: Top with lettuce, onions, pickles and sauce. Roll and enjoy!
How to Make Healthier Version of Big Mac Wraps
Want to lighten things up a bit? You can totally Big Mac your way—just with a few smarter swaps:
- Wrap it right – Go for low carb or whole wheat tortillas. They’re soft, tasty, and cut back on carbs without cutting flavor.
- Ditch the beef – Try Impossible Meat, veggie burgers, or even a turkey burger. Loose ground turkey or chicken work great too.
- Cheese check – There’s actually a fat-free version of American cheese that still melts pretty well.
- Sauce smarter – Use olive oil mayo or a light mayo to keep the flavor but cut the fat.
- Load the lettuce – Not only does it give crunch, it also bulks things up in the best way.
Healthy doesn’t have to mean boring—and these swaps prove it. Still delicious, just a little easier on the waistline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! If patties aren’t your thing (or your freezer is mysteriously full of ground beef) just brown it up in a skillet and season lightly with salt and pepper. Use about ¼ pound per wrap. As for the cheese, shredded cheese works just fine—it won’t give you that melty slice moment, but it still delivers on flavor. No judgment here—we’re all about using what you’ve got.
I like the medium (or even large if you want to fold up one end) burrito size so everything fits without turning into a beefy mess. If all you have are smaller ones, just make mini wraps.
Sort of. You can cook the patties and mix the sauce ahead, but I recommend assembling just before serving to keep things fresh and crisp. If you don’t mind a cold wrap, go ahead and build them in advance and stash them in the fridge. Just know the cheese won’t be melty and the lettuce might lose some crunch. Still tasty—just not hot-off-the-skillet tasty.
Try these easy beef dinners next!
- Ground Beef Sweet Potato Hash
- Beef & Spinach Pasta
- Homemande Hamburger Helper Lasagna
- Old Fashioned Homemade Sloppy Joes
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Big Mac Wrap Recipe
Ingredients
For the wraps
- 4 ⅓ lb hamburger patties
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 4 slices American cheese
- 4 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ¼ cup finely diced onions
- 12-ish large dill pickle chips
For the Big Mac sauce
- ½ cup mayo
- 2 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon white wine vinegar
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Make the Big Mac sauce: In a small bowl, mix together all of the sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
- Cook the burgers: Season the hamburger patties with salt and pepper. Cook them in a large skillet over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Add a slice of cheese to each patty during the last 2–3 minutes of cooking, and let it melt.
- Assemble the wraps: Cut each burger into four strips. Place the pieces in the center of each tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce, diced onions, pickles, and a generous drizzle of the sauce. Roll up the tortillas and enjoy!
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