A vibrant snack board with BBQ sliders, chips, fresh veggies, and dips, perfect for festive gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Sliders
01 - 1.1 lbs ground beef or plant-based alternative
02 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
03 - 0.5 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 - 0.5 cup ranch dip
22 - 0.5 cup hummus
23 - 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
# Directions:
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 just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
03 - Shape the meat mixture into 8-10 small patties, approximately 2 inches in diameter.
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 last 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 cut tops with melted butter. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Toast in the oven for 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
07 - Layer lettuce, cheese-topped patty, red onion slices, dill pickle, and BBQ sauce in each bun.
08 - Place sliders on a large serving board or platter as the centerpiece.
09 - Arrange assorted chips and fresh vegetables in the empty spaces around the sliders in an appealing pattern.
10 - Pour ranch dip, hummus, and BBQ sauce into small bowls and position strategically on the board.
11 - Serve immediately to maintain optimal texture and flavor of all components.
