Description
Savory Italian pinwheels dance with zesty salami, creamy cream cheese, and fresh herbs, creating a Mediterranean-inspired appetizer. Guests will devour these elegant spirals that promise party-perfect flavor in each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 8 slices Genoa salami
- 8 slices pepperoni
- 8 slices ham or prosciutto
- 8 slices provolone cheese
Vegetables and Herbs:
- ½ cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
- ½ cup baby spinach or arugula
Spreads and Seasonings:
- 8 ounces (225 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Craft a velvety spread by blending cream cheese with mayonnaise, infusing it with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and grated Parmesan until achieving a luxurious, uniform consistency.
- Carefully unroll tortillas and apply a gossamer-thin layer of the prepared cream cheese mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage across the entire surface.
- Create a delectable layering by arranging provolone cheese as the first foundation, then strategically place salami, pepperoni, and ham atop the cheese base.
- Enhance the pinwheel’s flavor profile by scattering roasted red peppers and delicately positioning baby spinach leaves across the meat and cheese landscape.
- Execute a precise rolling technique, transforming the tortilla into a tight, compact log while maintaining the integrity of the internal ingredients.
- Encase each rolled creation in plastic wrap, then transfer to the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the pinwheels to solidify and maintain their structural elegance.
- Remove from refrigeration and utilize a razor-sharp knife to slice the logs into elegant, bite-sized medallions approximately one inch thick.
- Artfully arrange the pinwheel slices on a serving platter, presenting a visually appealing and palate-pleasing appetizer ready for immediate consumption or temporary chilling.
Notes
- Elevate the flavor by using freshly minced garlic instead of garlic powder for a more vibrant, authentic taste.
- Choose high-quality deli meats like imported Italian salami and prosciutto to enhance the pinwheels’ gourmet profile.
- Experiment with alternative tortillas like spinach or whole wheat for added nutrition and different color presentations.
- Prep these appetizers ahead of time and store in the refrigerator up to 24 hours before serving, making them perfect for party planning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg