Elevate your burger game with these irresistible High Protein Cheeseburger Sliders—perfect for a party spread or a protein-packed weekday meal! Made with lean ground beef blended with Worcestershire sauce for rich, smoky flavor, these mini burgers come topped with melty cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and tangy pickles, all nestled on toasted whole wheat slider buns. The recipe features a creamy, high-protein burger sauce made with Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard, adding a gourmet touch while keeping things healthy. Ready in just 30 minutes, these sliders deliver big flavor in small bites, making them the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce until evenly incorporated.
Divide the beef mixture into 12 equal portions and shape them into small patties, approximately 2 inches in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the patties to the skillet, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Cook the patties for about 3 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through.
Place half a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty during the last minute of cooking to melt.
While the patties are cooking, mix Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard in a small bowl to create a high-protein burger sauce.
Toast the slider buns lightly in a separate skillet or toaster oven until golden brown.
On the bottom half of each toasted bun, spread a small spoonful of the Greek yogurt-mustard sauce.
Place a lettuce leaf on top of the sauce, followed by a cheeseburger patty.
Top each patty with a slice of tomato and a slice of pickle.
Add the top half of the bun and secure each slider with a toothpick if desired. Serve immediately.
Calories |
3286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 148.6 g | 191% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.6 g | 323% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 7727 mg | 336% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 291.8 g | 106% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.1 g | 147% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.5 g | ||
| Protein | 205.6 g | 411% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1965 mg | 151% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 2947 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.