Mini rolls for appetizers or sliders
Mini rolls, also known as dinner rolls or slider buns, are small, soft bread rolls designed to hold fillings for appetizers or mini sandwiches. They are typically made from wheat flour, water, yeast, and a touch of sugar or fat for tenderness. This versatile bread item is a staple in many cuisines, particularly popular in Western and globalized food cultures for parties and casual dining.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These rolls are primarily a source of carbohydrates for energy, with a moderate amount of protein from the flour and small amounts of fat depending on the recipe. A typical serving provides a quick calorie boost, along with some B vitamins and iron from the enriched flour.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 2 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.5 mg |
| Folate | 60 µg |
| Iron | 2.0 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Selenium | 10 µg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
Per 2 mini rolls (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, mini rolls are a blank canvas, reflecting local flavors from slider buns in American BBQ to small 'pav' in Indian street food like Vada Pav. Nutritionally, their small size allows for portion control, making them a practical vehicle for balanced meals when filled with lean proteins and vegetables.
