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Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches

Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches: A Fresh Twist on Classic Flavors

Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches are a vibrant appetizer packed with savory flavors, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cream Cheese Spread
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil good quality
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar mild vinegar works too
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano use fresh for more flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil fresh is a great option as well
For the Wrap
  • 4 burrito-size flour tortillas or whole wheat/spinach
For the Fresh Ingredients
  • 2 cups romaine lettuce shredded
  • 1 medium sweet onion thinly sliced
  • 2 medium Roma tomatoes thinly sliced
For the Savory Filling
  • 4 ounces salami or other deli meats
  • 4 ounces capocollo or other deli meats
  • 4 ounces ham or other deli meats

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • knife
  • toothpicks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, and basil. Blend until smooth.
  2. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on a flour tortilla, then layer with lettuce, onion, tomatoes, and meats.
  3. Roll the tortilla tightly into a log and use toothpicks to hold it together before slicing into 1-inch pinwheels.
  4. Arrange pinwheels on a platter and serve with marinara or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best results, prepare the pinwheels 4-6 hours in advance and consume within 2 days for optimal freshness.

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