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Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels

Cultural Context

Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels combine Italian flavors with a convenient, portable format, making them a popular choice for parties and gatherings. Originating from the classic Italian pesto, these pinwheels showcase vibrant flavors in a fun, bite-sized form. Today, they are enjoyed globally, often customized with various fillings to suit different tastes and dietary preferences.

ItalianITappetizer
15 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
1/2 cup pesto
2/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 large flour tortillas (12")
1 pound thinly sliced turkey or ham deli meat

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

pesto sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade basil pesto

💰Cheaper: spinach pesto

Homemade versions can be more cost-effective and customizable.

shredded cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated Parmesan

Nutritional yeast adds flavor with fewer calories.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: flatbreads

Whole wheat provides more fiber.

1

In a bowl, beat together the cream cheese, pesto, and Parmesan cheese until smooth.

2

Spread 1/3 of the mixture on top of one of the tortillas.

3

Top cream cheese/pesto mixture with turkey or ham.

4

Roll up tortilla tightly and wrap with plastic wrap.

5

Refrigerate for 2-4 hours.

6

Remove from refrigerator and unwrap.

7

Slice into rounds and display on serving plate or tray.

Cooking Techniques

spreadingrollingslicing

Equipment Needed

bowlplastic wrapserving plate or tray

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-free

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Pesto WrapsTortilla Roll-Ups
Local Name: Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels

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