Turkey Cheese Spinach Pinwheels (Printable Version)

Tender turkey, creamy cheese, and spinach rolled in tortillas. Bite-sized delights perfect for snacking or gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 and black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Stir with a spatula until smooth and evenly blended.
02 - Lay one tortilla on a clean cutting board. Spread one quarter of the cheese mixture in a thin, even layer across the entire surface, reaching to the edges.
03 - Place 1.75 ounces of sliced turkey breast evenly atop the cheese spread.
04 - Top the turkey with a small handful of spinach leaves (approx. 0.5 ounces), distributing them evenly.
05 - Starting from one side, roll up the tortilla tightly into a log. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
06 - Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to firm up for slicing.
07 - Unwrap the rolls and trim the ends. Using a chef's knife, cut each roll into 6 even pinwheels. Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter and present chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Each bite bursts with creamy, savory flavors that feel like party food even when you're just snacking.
  • They disappear quickly and can be made ahead, so you never stress about timing when guests are arriving.
02 -
  • If you rush the chilling step, the pinwheels fall apart and make a mess—learned this after an impatient lunchbox prep.
  • Switching to whole wheat tortillas brought a subtle nutty flavor and made the pinwheels hold together even better.
03 -
  • Always dry the spinach thoroughly, or the tortilla will get soggy and tear during rolling.
  • Plastic wrap is your best friend—use it to shape and chill the rolls for perfect, firm pinwheels.
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