These Sheet Pan Crispy Cod Sliders feature golden, oven-baked cod layered on toasted brioche buns with a crisp apple slaw and a creamy High-Protein Lemon-Dill Crema. They’re light, flavorful, and easy to make with minimal cleanup. For a delicious low-carb option, swap the brioche buns for crisp butter lettuce cups.
β±οΈ Prep & Cook Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes
Servings: 4 sliders
π Ingredients
The Sheet Pan Crispy Cod
- 1 lb fresh cod fillets, cut into 4 slider-sized portions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
The Crunchy Apple Slaw
- 1 crisp green apple (such as Granny Smith), cut into thin matchsticks
- 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Pinch of salt
The High-Protein Lemon-Dill Crema
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Zest and juice of 1/2 lemon
- Pinch of salt
- Coarse black pepper, to taste
The Assembly
- 4 soft brioche slider buns, toasted
π©βπ³ How to Make It
1. Prepare the Sheet Pan
Preheat the oven to 425Β°F (220Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2. Bake the Crispy Cod
Brush the cod portions lightly with olive oil. In a shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Press each piece of cod firmly into the breadcrumb mixture until evenly coated.
Arrange the coated cod on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10β12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the crust is crisp and golden brown.
3. Make the Apple Slaw
While the cod bakes, combine the green apple matchsticks, shredded purple cabbage, apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Toss well and let the slaw sit for a few minutes to develop its fresh, tangy flavor.
4. Prepare the Lemon-Dill Crema
In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh dill, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until smooth, creamy, and well combined.
5. Assemble the Sliders
Spread a generous layer of the lemon-dill crema onto the toasted brioche buns. Top each bun with a crispy baked cod fillet, then pile on the crunchy apple slaw.
6. Garnish and Serve
Finish with an extra drizzle of the lemon-dill crema and serve immediately. For a low-carb version, replace the brioche buns with crisp butter lettuce leaves.
π₯ Nutrition (Per Slider)
Calories: Approximately 390 kcal
Protein: Approximately 30g
