Easy Turkey Pesto Pinwheel Wraps
These easy turkey pesto pinwheel wraps are a quick, flavorful, and wholesome lunch option made with turkey, basil pesto, cheese, and soft tortillas rolled into bite-sized spirals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 wrap (6-8 pinwheels)
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Large flour tortillas (8-inch)
- Thinly sliced deli turkey breast (about 8 ounces / 225 grams)
- Basil pesto (about 1/4 cup / 60 ml)
- Shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese (1/2 cup / 50 grams)
- Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (optional, 2 tablespoons)
- Fresh baby spinach leaves (about 1 cup / 30 grams)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Lay out one large flour tortilla flat on a clean surface or cutting board. Make sure it’s completely thawed if using frozen tortillas (about 1 minute in the microwave on low power).
- Spread about 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of basil pesto evenly over the entire surface of the tortilla using a spreading knife or the back of a spoon.
- Arrange about 2 ounces (55 grams) of sliced turkey evenly over the pesto, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle about 2 tablespoons (25 grams) of shredded mozzarella or provolone cheese over the turkey.
- If using, evenly sprinkle chopped sun-dried tomatoes and baby spinach leaves across the wrap.
- Season lightly with a pinch of salt and a few twists of freshly ground black pepper.
- Roll the tortilla tightly but gently from one edge to the other to avoid tearing.
- Chill the rolled wrap in the fridge for 10-15 minutes to firm it up for easier slicing.
- Using a sharp serrated knife, cut the roll into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick pinwheels, yielding about 6-8 slices per wrap.
- Optional: Warm the pinwheels in a dry skillet over medium-low heat for 1-2 minutes per side to slightly melt the cheese and toast the wraps.
- Serve the pinwheels on a plate, optionally with fresh fruit or a crisp salad.
Notes
Warm tortillas slightly if they are cold or stiff to prevent cracking while rolling. Chill the rolled wraps before slicing to keep pinwheels intact. Use a serrated knife for clean cuts. Optional toasting adds texture and melts cheese. Variations include vegetarian, low-carb, gluten-free, and spicy twists.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pinwheels (about 1
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 22
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