Easy Turkey Pinwheels
Bright, simple, and wildly portable, these Easy Turkey Pinwheels are perfect for quick lunches, picnic trays, or last-minute snacks, combining creamy, savory, and crisp textures.
Ingredients
For the Pinwheels
- 4 large extra-large flour tortillas Choose pliable tortillas that won't crack when rolled.
- 9 oz sliced turkey Opt for thinly sliced deli turkey that’s moist.
- 8 slices cheddar cheese Mild or sharp cheddar both work, slice thin.
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened Full-fat for best mouthfeel.
- 1 tbsp mayonnaise Mix with cream cheese for spread.
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 cup lettuce or baby spinach
- 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber Pat dry to avoid sogginess.
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the cream cheese spread by combining softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla, leaving a small border.
- Layer sliced turkey, cheddar cheese, lettuce or baby spinach, and cucumber on top of the spread.
- Roll each tortilla tightly into a log and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Slice into 1-inch pinwheels and serve immediately.
Notes
Pinwheels can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For freezing, flash-freeze before transferring to a freezer-safe bag.