Slider for a mini meatball sub
A Slider for a mini meatball sub is a bite-sized sandwich featuring one or two small meatballs, marinara sauce, and melted cheese served on a soft slider bun. It's a popular American appetizer or party food, inspired by the classic Italian-American meatball sub but scaled down for easy, single-handed eating.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a good source of protein and fat, with moderate carbohydrates from the bun and sauce. A typical serving provides around 200-250 calories, along with key nutrients like iron from the meat and calcium from the cheese.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 45 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 110 mg |
| Zinc | 2 mg |
| Selenium | 8 mcg |
Per 1 slider (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the fun, shareable trend of 'sliderizing' classic dishes, making hearty comfort food accessible for social gatherings. Nutritionally, it offers a concentrated dose of protein and savory flavors in a small, portion-controlled package.
