A vibrant spread of BBQ sliders, assorted chips, fresh veggies, and dips ideal for gatherings.
# Ingredients:
→ Sliders
01 - 1.1 lbs ground beef or plant-based alternative
02 - ½ teaspoon salt
03 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce, plus extra for serving
06 - 8-10 mini slider buns
07 - 4 slices cheddar cheese, quartered
08 - 2 tablespoons butter, melted
09 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
10 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 8-10 dill pickle slices
12 - 8-10 lettuce leaves
→ Chips
13 - 7 ounces assorted potato chips
14 - 3.5 ounces tortilla chips
15 - 3.5 ounces pita chips
→ Vegetables
16 - 1 cup baby carrots
17 - 1 cup cucumber slices
18 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
19 - 1 cup celery sticks
20 - 1 cup snap peas
→ Dips
21 - ½ cup ranch dip
22 - ½ cup hummus
23 - ½ cup BBQ sauce
# Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and 1 tablespoon BBQ sauce. Mix gently until ingredients are just combined.
03 - Divide the beef mixture into 8-10 equal portions and gently form each into a small, flat patty.
04 - Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
05 - During the final minute of cooking, place a quarter-slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and allow to melt.
06 - Slice slider buns in half and brush the tops with melted butter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Toast in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
07 - Layer lettuce, cheese-topped patty, red onion slices, dill pickle, and additional BBQ sauce in each bun.
08 - Place assembled sliders on a large serving board or platter. Fill empty spaces with assorted chips and arrange fresh vegetables in neat sections.
09 - Transfer ranch dip, hummus, and BBQ sauce into small bowls and position on the board among the snacks.
10 - Present the snack board immediately to maintain optimal texture and flavor.
