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Easy Beach Pinwheel Sandwiches with Turkey Cream Cheese and Veggies

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These easy beach pinwheel sandwiches combine turkey, cream cheese, and fresh veggies rolled in soft tortillas for a quick, satisfying summer snack that’s perfect for gatherings and travel.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large flour tortillas (8-inch size, soft and fresh)
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 8 oz turkey breast slices, deli-sliced, low-sodium if possible
  • 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, washed and dried (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the cucumber, red bell pepper, carrots, and spinach leaves. Thinly slice the cucumber and bell pepper, julienne or shred the carrots, and pat the spinach dry (about 10 minutes).
  2. Let the cream cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften. Alternatively, microwave for 10 seconds, watching closely to avoid melting.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with chopped dill or parsley, lemon zest (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper until smooth.
  4. Lay a tortilla flat on your work surface. Spread about 2 tablespoons (30 g) of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Place about 2 oz (60 g) of turkey slices evenly over the cream cheese. Scatter a handful of cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, carrots, and spinach on top without overloading.
  6. Starting at one edge, roll the tortilla tightly but gently, keeping the filling tucked inside. Use your fingers to keep the veggies in place as you roll.
  7. Wrap the rolled pinwheel tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper. Chill in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to firm up.
  8. Unwrap and use a sharp knife to cut the roll into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick slices. Arrange on a platter. Each tortilla yields about 8-10 pinwheels.

Notes

Chilling the rolled pinwheels before slicing is essential to keep them neat and prevent slipping. Use soft, pliable tortillas for best rolling results. Avoid overfilling to prevent tearing. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas. Variations include swapping turkey for ham, chicken, avocado, or roasted sweet potato. Cream cheese can be replaced with dairy-free spreads or Greek yogurt mixtures.

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