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Sliders Without Buns – A Low-Carb, Flavor-Packed Bite!

Sliders Without Buns

These low-carb Sliders Without Buns are packed with flavor and use lettuce wraps, portobello mushrooms, or sweet potato slices as a bun alternative. Perfect for a keto-friendly or gluten-free meal!
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Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 Sliders
Calories: 280kcal
Author: Hervé
Cost: $7-10

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl For preparing the meat mixture
  • Grill or skillet For cooking the sliders
  • Spatula For flipping the sliders
  • Knife For slicing vegetables
  • Cutting board For preparing ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese optional
  • 4 lettuce leaves for wrapping
  • 4 portobello mushrooms grilled, as bun alternative
  • 4 slices sweet potato roasted, as bun alternative
  • 1 tomato sliced
  • 1/4 cup red onion sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickles optional
  • 1/4 cup mustard or mayonnaise for serving

Instructions

Prepare the Meat Mixture

  • In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Mix well and form into small slider patties, about 2 inches in diameter.

Cook the Sliders

  • Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook sliders for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
  • If using cheese, place a slice on each patty during the last minute of cooking and cover to melt.

Prepare the Bun Alternatives

  • Wash and dry large lettuce leaves for wrapping.
  • Grill portobello mushrooms until tender if using as a bun substitute.
  • Roast sweet potato slices in an oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes until soft.

Assemble the Sliders

  • Place each slider on a lettuce leaf, portobello mushroom, or sweet potato slice.
  • Top with tomato slices, red onion, and pickles.
  • Drizzle with mustard or mayonnaise as desired.

Serve

  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1200IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition Facts
Sliders Without Buns
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 Calories from Fat 162
% Daily Value*
Fat 18g28%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 70mg23%
Sodium 450mg20%
Potassium 450mg13%
Carbohydrates 10g3%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 25g50%
Vitamin A 1200IU24%
Vitamin C 10mg12%
Calcium 100mg10%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.