Mexican Tortilla Pinwheels
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Mexican Tortilla Pinwheels
Description
This recipe starts by mixing softened cream cheese with shredded cheddar and chili powder, allowing adjustment of spice level. The cream cheese spread coats large spinach tortillas completely, which are then sprinkled with drained black beans and finely chopped red, orange, or yellow bell peppers. Tightly rolling the tortillas and slicing them into crosswise pinwheels showcases the layered colors and fillings.
The pinwheels deliver creamy, slightly spicy cheese balanced by fresh crispness from the bell peppers and the black beans’ texture. Using spinach tortillas adds a mild earthy note and color contrast. Serving these chilled or fresh makes them a practical choice for gatherings or light meals.
This dish is simple to assemble with no cooking required, making it a convenient option for quick preparation or make-ahead serving. Garnishing with chopped cilantro and additional beans or peppers enhances the presentation and flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 spinach tortilla burrito size, or regular tortilla; large
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or more to taste
- 1 cup black bean drained and rinsed, plus more for garnish, canned
- 1 cup of finely chopped red orange and/or yellow bell pepper, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
Instructions
- In a bowl mix together the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and chili powder. You can add additional chili powder to taste if you like more of a kick.
- Spread the cream cheese over the entire surface of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup of black beans and 1/4 cup of bell pepper on one end of each tortilla.
- Roll up the tortillas tightly. You can add a dab of cream cheese on the end to hold the rolls together if needed.
- Slice the tortilla rolls crosswise into pinwheels.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 8 hours prior to serving. Serve sprinkled with cilantro and additional black beans and bell pepper if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 290 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 290kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 59mg | 20% |
| Sodium | 438mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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