There’s nothing quite like the sizzle of a grill and the aroma of seasoned beef to signal that summertime has officially arrived in Florida — and Positively Osceola’s Positively Delicious segment is featuring just the recipe to make your backyard barbecue a hit.

Introducing Classic Florida Beef Sliders — a fresh, flavorful bite-sized take on the traditional burger, made with local ingredients and bursting with homegrown goodness.

This easy-to-make recipe features Florida ground beef, seasoned to perfection with an all-purpose blend like Everglades seasoning, then grilled and layered with crisp Florida lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and fresh red onion — all nestled in warm, toasty slider buns. Add your favorite condiments, from classic ketchup and mustard to a touch of creamy mayo, and you’ve got a simple yet mouthwatering dish perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Each serving provides approximately 615 calories, with 26g of protein, making these sliders as satisfying as they are delicious.

Here’s how to make them:


Classic Florida Beef Sliders

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound Florida ground beef

  • 2 Florida tomatoes, sliced

  • 1 head of Florida lettuce

  • 1 red onion, sliced thin

  • 1 tbsp all-purpose seasoning (like Everglades)

  • Condiments: mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup

  • 8 mini buns or slider rolls

  • Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

Preparation:

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high.

  2. Season ground beef with all-purpose seasoning and mix well.

  3. Form into eight 2-ounce patties. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Grill for 3–4 minutes on each side or until desired doneness is reached.

  5. Remove from heat, assemble burgers with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and condiments.

  6. Serve hot and enjoy the Florida flavor!


Whether you’re cooking for a crowd or just craving a taste of sunshine, these Classic Florida Beef Sliders are a Positively Delicious way to support local agriculture and make mealtime memorable.

Stay tuned for more Positively Delicious recipes celebrating Florida’s freshest flavors — and don’t forget to share your slider success with us by tagging #PositivelyDelicious on social!