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Tortilla pinwheels

Recipe Information

Description:
Tortilla pinwheels is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 0 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 15 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 0 Minutes
Total Time 15 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tortillas; Spinach; Cream Cheese
Category Rice & Grains; Vegetables; Dairy
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer
Subtype Sandwich
Cuisine American
Diet

Ingredients

  • 4 whole wheat tortillas

  • 1/4 cup fat-free cream cheese, softened at room temperature

  • 12 spinach leaves, washed and dried

  • 1/2 cup grated carrots

Directions

  • Use an electric mixer or whisk to whip the cream cheese. Spread the cream cheese over each tortilla. Sprinkle the spinach leaves and grated carrots on top. Firmly roll the tortilla and hold it in place using a toothpick.

  • To create pinwheels, cut each tortilla in half and then cut each half into bite sized pieces. Arrange pieces on a serving plate.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 144 cal

  • Total fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 437mg

  • Carbohydrate: 27g

  • Fiber: 4g

  • Protein: 5g