Description
Italian Pinwheels are a delightful fusion of creamy and savory flavors, wrapped in a crispy tortilla. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a burst of fresh herbs and tangy cheese, making them an irresistible appetizer.
Ingredients
- Wraps: 4 large flour tortillas
- Spread: 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- Herbs: 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Herbs: 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Meat: 8 oz sliced salami
- Vegetables: 1 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
- Cheese: 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Seasoning: 1 tsp garlic powder
- Seasoning: 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, basil, and parsley until smooth.
- Spread an even layer of the cream cheese mixture over each tortilla.
- Layer the salami, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the cream cheese.
- Starting from one end, tightly roll each tortilla into a log shape.
- Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Once chilled, remove from the refrigerator and slice into 1-inch pinwheels.
- Arrange on a serving platter and enjoy!
Notes
- Make-ahead: These pinwheels can be made a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Substitutions: Use spinach tortillas for a colorful twist or swap salami for turkey for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: no-cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pinwheels
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 18 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 8 grams
- Cholesterol: 40 milligrams
Keywords: Italian Pinwheels, appetizer, creamy, savory, easy recipe, party food, no-cook, finger food, wraps, salami, mozzarella, fresh herbs, quick snacks