Roasted Red Pepper Pinwheels

Say that 5 times fast! HA! I love a quick grab and go eat. A few weeks ago for a family gathering, I was trying to come up with something to make for a snack/appetizer type eat. I made these tried and true salsa roll-ups and it got me thinking about another possibility. I had recently discovered these Mezzetta Roasted Red Pepper strips and knew they had to be included. So, I grabbed some tortillas, cream cheese, deli meat, cheese and roasted red peppers and this recipe was made!
 
I didn’t even think about putting it on the blog until my son asked for them again. I have made these no less than 5 times in the last 2 weeks!
 
I am going to take you step-by-step with pictures and directions, but you can also click on “jump to recipe” to head straight there!
 
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Step-by-Step

Step 1: Lay tortilla flat on a cutting board. I use the Mission brand carb balance tortillas. Literally NO ONE can tell the difference.

Step 2: Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on the tortilla. Spread to the edges.

Step 3: Layer thin-sliced ham (we like Hillshire Farm Black Forest ham or honey ham). 4-5 pieces/tortilla. Leave about an inch at the top of the tortilla without anything on it. This will give you room when rolling it up!

Step 4: Layer with cheese slices. Colby jack or Mozzerella cheese works great. 2-3 slices.

Step 5: Add salami slices. 3 slices down the middle.

Step 6: Add roasted red peppers. These are the real MVP, for sure. Do not leave these out! I use the Mezzetta brand. Blot dry on a paper towel before layering.

Step 7: Remember that space you left at the top of the tortilla? Add another layer of cream cheese just in the spot. It will serve as glue when rolling it up!

Step 8: Roll it up as tight as you can! When rolling, go slow and be careful not to roll out all the ingredients you just layered. 

Step 9: Cut in the slices with a serrated knife.

Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Roasted Red Pepper Pinwheels

Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tortilla (flour, carb balance)
  • 1-2 Tbsp cream cheese (plain or garden vegetable)
  • 4-5 slices deli ham (thin-sliced, honey or black forest)
  • 2-3 slices cheese (thin-sliced, colby jack, mozzarella, provolone)
  • 3 slices salami (thin-sliced)
  • 5-6 strips roasted red pepper (Mezzetta brand)

Instructions
 

  • Lay tortilla flat on a cutting board. I use the Mission brand carb balance tortillas.
  • Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on the tortilla. Spread to the edges.
  • Layer thin-sliced deli ham.
  • Layer with cheese slices.
  • Layer salami slices.
  • Add roasted red peppers. Blot dry on a paper towel before layering.
  • Add another layer of cream cheese at the top of the tortilla in the empty space.
  • Roll it up as tight as you can!
  • Cut into slices with a serrated knife. 8-10 slices.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate for later. Will last 3-4 days in the fridge.
 
 
These are the perfect snack, appetizer, light lunch or dinner, boat or pool snack — the list is endless.
 
ENJOY!
 
Kitchen tools used — 
Cutting board – I love these flexible cutting boards. 
Spreader — Spreading anything, this tool is a must! They are called an “icing spatula”. Works great for cake icing, too.
Serrated knife — These are called “tomato knives” but I use them to slice anything delicate that I don’t want to fall apart!
Storage — My favorite storage for all the things. Glass storage is a must and I think keeps things fresher!
 
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1 COMMENT

  1. Jan | 2nd Jul 20

    I will be looking for those roasted red pepper strips!! Sounds delish!

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