Description
Grilled beef sliders are a must-have for any Memorial Day celebration. These juicy, flavorful mini burgers are quick to prepare and perfect for customizing with your favorite toppings. Grilled to perfection and served with fresh condiments, these sliders will be the highlight of your summer barbecue, bringing friends and family together for a delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 8 slider buns
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 2 tbsp mustard
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef with salt and pepper; mix gently to avoid overworking.
- Divide the mixture into eight equal portions and shape into patties slightly larger than the slider buns.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F /190°C).
- Grill the patties for 3-4 minutes per side; add cheese during the last minute of cooking.
- Toast slider buns cut-side down on the grill until golden brown (about 1 minute).
- Assemble sliders by layering patties on toasted buns with ketchup, mustard, lettuce, tomato, and onion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slider
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based alternatives. Enhance flavor by adding spices like garlic powder or smoked paprika. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.