Description
These Turkey and Cheese Pinwheels are a quick, easy, and delicious snack or appetizer perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or a light meal. Combining soft flour tortillas, savory turkey, melty cheese, fresh greens, and a flavorful cream cheese spread, these pinwheels are both satisfying and visually appealing. Ready in just 15 minutes, they make an impressive yet effortless treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Wrap & Filling
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 ounces sliced turkey breast
- 8 ounces cheese slices (cheddar or Swiss)
- 1 cup baby spinach or lettuce
Cream Cheese Spread
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
- Diced bell peppers
- Sliced cucumbers
- Olives
Instructions
- Prepare the cream cheese spread: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until the spread is smooth and evenly seasoned.
- Lay out tortillas: Place the flour tortillas flat on a clean, flat surface, ready for assembly.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture: Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over each tortilla, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges to prevent overflow when rolling.
- Layer the fillings: On top of the cream cheese, layer slices of turkey breast, cheese slices, and baby spinach or lettuce evenly. Add any optional vegetables such as diced bell peppers, sliced cucumbers, or olives if desired.
- Roll tightly: Starting from one edge, roll each tortilla tightly to create a compact spiral, being careful not to tear the wrap.
- Slice into pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, slice each rolled tortilla into 1-inch thick pinwheel pieces.
- Serve or store: Arrange the pinwheels on a platter to serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute cream cheese with a flavored spread like herb or garlic cream cheese for additional taste.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free tortillas.
- These pinwheels are best served fresh but can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Add other favorite veggies, such as shredded carrots or avocado slices, for variety.
- Slice pinwheels using a serrated knife to prevent squashing the roll.
