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A platter of colorful veggie pinwheels, their spiral cross-sections facing up. A creamy white filling is dotted with vibrant, finely diced red pepper, carrot, and spinach, all rolled tightly in a soft tortilla. Garnished with freshly chopped chives.

15-Minute Veggie Pinwheels

These colorful 15-Minute Veggie Pinwheels are a quick, fresh, and delicious appetizer or snack. Packed with creamy cheese and crisp vegetables, they’re perfect for parties, lunchboxes, or any time you want a bite-sized treat!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 pinwheels
Calories 65 kcal

Ingredients
  

Tortillas

  • 4 large flour tortillas 10-inch size

Filling

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.25 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup red bell pepper finely diced
  • 0.5 cup shredded carrots
  • 0.25 cup green onions finely chopped
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp dried dill
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried dill. Mix with a spatula or hand mixer until smooth and well combined.
  • Add the Vegetables: Gently fold in the finely diced red bell pepper, shredded carrots, and chopped green onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Assemble the Pinwheels: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean work surface. Spread about one-quarter of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire tortilla, leaving a small half-inch border on the far edge.
  • Roll Tightly: Starting from the edge closest to you, roll the tortilla up tightly into a log. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Chill the Rolls: Wrap each tortilla log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
  • Slice and Serve: Unwrap the logs, trim the ends, and slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Arrange on a platter and serve immediately.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the rolls up to 24 hours in advance. Keep wrapped and slice just before serving.
Ingredient Swaps: Try broccoli, spinach (squeeze out moisture), or celery. Use Colby Jack or Mexican blend cheeses.
Flavor Boost: Add hot sauce, cayenne, or ranch seasoning to the cream cheese mixture for extra flavor.
Keyword cream cheese pinwheels, easy appetizer, party snacks, veggie pinwheels
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