Description
Embark on a culinary adventure with these Pesto Turkey Pinwheels that combine aromatic basil pesto, lean turkey, and creamy provolone with a hint of cream cheese. Ideal for parties, lunches, and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 8 slices smoked provolone cheese
- 16 slices roasted turkey breast
- 4 flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend basil, spinach, lemon juice, Parmesan, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the pesto.
- Spread softened cream cheese over the tortillas, then layer with turkey slices and provolone cheese.
- Drizzle the prepared pesto evenly over each tortilla, roll tightly, and slice into pinwheels.
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
For best results, use fresh basil and pre-sliced turkey for easy assembly. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: Not applicable
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook/Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pinwheel
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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