Description
Classic pinwheel sandwiches bring colorful party magic to picnics and potlucks with delightful rolled tortillas packed with creamy cream cheese, savory meats, and crisp vegetables. Guests will devour these simple yet elegant appetizers that promise delicious flavor in each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 8 slices deli meat (turkey, ham, or chicken)
- 8 slices cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or provolone)
Vegetables and Greens:
- 1 cup baby spinach or lettuce leaves
- 1 cup shredded carrots (or thinly sliced bell peppers)
- ½ cup thinly sliced cucumbers
Seasonings and Condiments:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Whisk cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder in a mixing bowl until the spread achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Lay tortillas flat on a clean work surface, ensuring they are at room temperature for optimal flexibility.
- Evenly spread the prepared cream cheese mixture across the entire surface of each tortilla, leaving a small margin around the edges.
- Delicately arrange slices of turkey, ham, or roast beef across the spread, covering the tortilla from edge to edge.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and scatter thin strips of fresh spinach or lettuce over the meat layer for added texture and flavor.
- Carefully roll each tortilla tightly from one edge to the other, creating a compact cylindrical shape.
- Wrap the rolled tortillas in plastic film and refrigerate for 30-45 minutes to help them set and make slicing easier.
- Remove from refrigerator and slice each roll into bite-sized pinwheel segments, approximately 1-inch thick.
- Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter, presenting them with the spiral side facing upward to showcase the colorful layers.
- Serve chilled as an appetizer or light lunch, optionally garnishing with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of cracked black pepper.
Notes
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth, lump-free spreading across the tortillas.
- Experiment with flavored cream cheese varieties like herb, chive, or jalapeño for an extra flavor kick.
- Use whole wheat or spinach tortillas to boost nutritional value and add a colorful twist to the classic recipe.
- For a lighter version, substitute regular cream cheese with low-fat or Greek yogurt cream cheese to reduce calories without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg