Kids' Meal Slider

A Kids' Meal Slider is a miniature sandwich, typically served in fast-food or casual dining kids' menus, featuring a small beef patty or chicken patty on a soft, small bun. It's often accompanied by simple sides like fries or apple slices, and is designed to be a fun, portion-controlled meal for children. The concept is widely popular in American-style family restaurants and fast-food chains globally.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

A typical slider is moderate in carbohydrates from the bun and provides protein from the meat patty, but can be high in fat and sodium depending on preparation. A single slider with a standard beef patty and bun generally falls in the 200-300 calorie range, not including sides.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	420 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	80 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin C	2 mg
Vitamin B12	1.2 mcg
Niacin (B3)	3 mg
Phosphorus	100 mg

Per 1 slider (approx. 95 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'slider' format is culturally interesting as a distinctly American miniaturization of the hamburger, optimized for children's appetites and hands. Nutritionally, it represents a common challenge in kids' meals: balancing appeal and portion size with nutritional value, often requiring parents to choose sides carefully.