Tortilla Pinwheels Recipe (School Lunch Idea)
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4.9
Tortilla Pinwheels Recipe (School Lunch Idea)
Description
This recipe assembles a simple tortilla wrap by first spreading cream cheese evenly over the tortilla surface, which acts as a creamy base and binder. Slices of mozzarella cheese and turkey deli meat are layered on one half of the tortilla, followed by a topping of shredded lettuce or spinach leaves and thin tomato slices. The tortilla is then rolled tightly from one end to the other to enclose the fillings in a spiral.
The rolled tortilla is sliced into pinwheel-shaped pieces, making them easy to serve and eat, especially as a school lunch snack or light finger food. The combination of dairy, protein, and fresh vegetables provides varied textures and mild flavors that are approachable and satisfying. This preparation is flexible, allowing substitution of cheeses or deli meats based on preference.
Tortilla Pinwheels are suitable for packed lunches or party platters as they can be prepared ahead and served cold or at room temperature. Their convenient size and portability make them practical for on-the-go meals or snack options.
Ingredients
Tortilla Pinwheels
- 1 flour tortilla
- 2 Tbsp cream cheese
- 1 mozzarella cheese or your favorite cheese, slice
- 1 oz turkey deli meat (2 slices)
- 1/4 cup lettuce or spinach leaves, shredded
- 1/4 tomato thinly sliced
Instructions
- Spread cream cheese over tortilla.
- Add sliced mozzarella and deli meat over the top half of the tortilla followed by shredded lettuce and sliced tomato.
- Tightly roll the tortilla from the top downward then slice the roll into rings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1pinwheel roll
Amount Per Serving
Calories 223 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 223kcal | 11% |
| Carbs | 19g | |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 41mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 646mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 216mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 735IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 4.2mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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