Save Colorful, festive pinwheels filled with crisp veggies and creamy cheese, perfect for holiday parties or healthy snacks.
Ingredients
- Wraps & Spread: 4 large spinach or whole wheat tortillas, 225 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened, 2 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Vegetables: 1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced, 1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely diced, 1/2 orange bell pepper, finely diced, 1 small carrot, shredded, 1/2 cucumber, seeded and finely diced, 50 g (1/2 cup) purple cabbage, finely shredded, 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions
- Garnish (optional): Fresh parsley or cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and spreadable.
- Step 2:
- Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread a quarter of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the tortilla, leaving a 1 cm (1/2 inch) border.
- Step 3:
- Sprinkle an even layer of each vegetable (bell peppers, carrot, cucumber, purple cabbage, and chives) over the cream cheese, arranging colors in rows or scattered for a Christmas lights effect.
- Step 4:
- Gently press the veggies into the spread, then tightly roll up the tortilla.
- Step 5:
- Repeat with remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Step 6:
- Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes for easier slicing.
- Step 7:
- Unwrap and slice each roll into 6 pinwheels. Arrange on a platter and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
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Save Recipe FAQ
- → Can I prepare these wraps in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the rolls up to 24 hours ahead and slice them just before serving to maintain freshness.
- → What alternatives can I use for the cream cheese spread?
Plant-based cream cheese and yogurt alternatives work well for a vegan-friendly variation.
- → How do I achieve the colorful layers in each wrap?
Arrange the diced bell peppers, shredded carrot, cucumber, cabbage, and chives evenly in rows or scattered over the spread before rolling.
- → Can gluten-free wraps be used?
Yes, certified gluten-free tortillas can replace regular wraps for gluten sensitivity.
- → What optional seasonings enhance flavor?
Adding smoked paprika or chili flakes to the cream cheese spread boosts flavor with a mild smoky or spicy hint.