White Trash Sliders: Your New Go-To Recipe for Easy Entertaining

Craving a fun, indulgent snack without blowing your wellness goals? These White Trash Sliders reinvent a classic party favorite with lighter, trackable ingredients! Think savory mini-sandwiches packed with bold flavors, crispy veggies, and a touch of nostalgia. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or a family-friendly dinner that keeps everyone happy, these sliders are proof that you can enjoy comfort food while staying on track. A crowd-pleasing treat that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Weight Watchers-Friendly: 4 SmartPoints® per slider (Blue Plan).
• Nostalgia Meets Nutrition: All the craveable flavors of classic sliders, lightened up!
• Quick & Crowd-Pleasing: Ready in 25 minutes—no fuss, all flavor.
• Customizable: Swap toppings or proteins to match your pantry or points.

Ingredients 

• 1 lb 93% lean ground turkey (or lean ground beef)
• 8 slider buns (whole wheat or light buns, 2–3 SmartPoints® each*)
• 1/2 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced pickles (or banana peppers for tang)
• 1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
• 1 tbsp ketchup (sugar-free for fewer points)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooking spray

Optional Toppings :

• Lettuce, tomato slices, jalapeños, or fat-free Greek yogurt (as a sub for mayo).

Instructions

Cook the Meat:
Heat a skillet over medium heat and coat with cooking spray. Add diced onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until soft. Add ground turkey, breaking it apart with a spatula. Season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned (6–8 minutes). Drain excess fat.

Mix in Flavors:
Stir in mustard, ketchup, and pickles. Remove from heat and fold in shredded cheese until melted.

Prep the Buns:
Lightly toast slider buns in the oven or a dry skillet for 1–2 minutes.

Assemble Sliders:
Spoon 1/8 of the meat mixture onto each bun. Add optional toppings like lettuce, tomato, or a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Serve Warm:
Pair with carrot sticks, celery, or a side salad for a balanced meal!

Nutrition & SmartPoints®

Per slider (with light bun):

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Fat: 5g
• SmartPoints®: 4 (Blue Plan)

Points vary based on bun choice and toppings.

Serving Suggestions

• Game Day Spread: Serve with air-fryer zucchini fries (0 points) and sugar-free BBQ sauce.
• Meal Prep: Make a batch and freeze patties for quick weekday lunches.
• Kid-Friendly: Skip the spices and add a slice of turkey bacon (1 SmartPoint®).

Pro Tips

• Bun Hack: Use lettuce wraps instead of buns for a 0-point base.
• Boost Fiber: Add 1/4 cup black beans to the meat mixture (mashed, +0 points).
• Cheesy Upgrade: Sprinkle Everything Bagel seasoning on the buns before toasting.
• Vegetarian Option: Swap meat for plant-based crumbles (adjust points).
• Spice It Up: Add hot sauce or diced jalapeños to the meat mixture.

Why These Sliders Support Your Goals

• Lean Protein: Ground turkey keeps you full and fuels muscle.
• Portion Control: Mini sliders satisfy cravings without overindulging.
• Smart Swaps: Reduced-fat cheese and sugar-free condiments cut points, not flavor.

These White Trash Sliders are here to prove that comfort food and wellness can coexist! With their juicy, cheesy filling and customizable toppings, they’re a crowd-pleaser that won’t leave you feeling deprived. Whether you’re hosting friends or treating yourself to a fun dinner, this recipe turns “trashy” into trendy—one delicious bite at a time.