Turkey Cheese Spinach Pinwheels (Printable)

Savory pinwheels filled with turkey, cheese, and spinach wrapped in tortillas. Ideal for easy snacking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Tortillas

01 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)

→ Spreads & Cheese

02 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
04 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
05 - 3.5 ounces shredded cheddar cheese

→ Meats

06 - 7 ounces sliced turkey breast

→ Vegetables

07 - 2 ounces fresh baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

→ Seasonings

08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, shredded cheddar, salt, and black pepper until smooth and thoroughly incorporated.
02 - Arrange one tortilla flat on a clean cutting board. Evenly spread about one quarter of the cheese mixture to cover the surface all the way to the edges.
03 - Layer approximately 1.75 ounces of sliced turkey breast evenly atop the cheese spread.
04 - Scatter about 0.5 ounce fresh spinach leaves over the turkey to achieve uniform coverage.
05 - Starting at one edge, roll the tortilla into a tight log ensuring the filling remains intact.
06 - Repeat the layering and rolling process with remaining tortillas and fillings.
07 - Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
08 - Unwrap, remove the ends, and cut each roll into 6 uniform pinwheels.
09 - Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter and present chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're perfectly portable, so you can pack them for work lunches or picnics without fuss.
  • The creamy-crunchy balance of cheese and fresh spinach makes every bite satisfying—plus they're a hit with kids and adults alike.
02 -
  • If you skip chilling the rolls before slicing, the pinwheels will unravel and look sloppy—I learned this the messy way.
  • Drying spinach is crucial: too much moisture can soak into the tortillas, making them limp.
03 -
  • Don't overfill tortillas—less is more for neat spirals.
  • A dash of lemon zest in the filling brightens the whole recipe.
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