Cranberry Turkey Tortilla Pinwheels
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Turkey and Cranberry Tortilla Pinwheels are a quick and tasty snack. The combination of creamy cream cheese, turkey, cranberries, and arugula wrapped in a soft tortilla creates a satisfying flavor balance.
These rolls are easy to prepare and great to serve at a Christmas or Thanksgiving holiday party. But they are delicious to eat all year round. Make them for a picnic, bring them to a potluck dinner, or put them in a lunchbox.
How to Make Turkey and Cranberry Tortilla Roll-ups
Start by mixing cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Spread the mixture onto tortillas, then layer with arugula lettuce, turkey, and cranberries. Roll up the tortillas tightly, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about an hour. Slice into bite-sized pieces, and secure with a toothpick for easy serving.
You can prepare these tortilla rolls ahead of time. After wrapping and refrigerating them, they can stay chilled for up to 24 hours. Just slice and serve when ready.
Continue reading for the full recipe with ingredients and step-by-step instructions.
Customization Options
You can adjust the fillings to suit your preferences. For example, swap the turkey for chicken or ham, and replace arugula with spinach if you prefer a milder taste. For added crunch, add chopped nuts or seeds to the roll before wrapping.
Cranberry Turkey Pinwheels
Cranberry turkey pinwheels are tortilla roll-ups filled with dried cranberries, turkey, arugula, and a creamy spread. Easy to make, and they’re a great snack or party food option.
This recipe makes about 32 pieces (8 pieces per tortilla roll).
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 4 large flour tortillas (10 inches)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 8 oz thinly sliced (leftover) turkey or deli-style turkey breast
- 3 cups arugula lettuce
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly over each tortilla.
- Layer the arugula, turkey, and cranberries on top.
- Roll up the tortillas tightly, then wrap each roll in plastic wrap.
- Refrigerate for an hour. (If you’re short on time, you can skip this step, but it helps the rolls hold together better.)
- Cut each tortilla into 8 slices, securing with toothpicks for easy serving and eating.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 32 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 71Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 3g
The nutritional information provided is automatically calculated. These figures should be considered estimates.
