Name: Turkey Pinwheels
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese; 1 cup baby spinach, finely chopped; 0.5 cup whole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt; 0.5 teaspoon salt-free garlic-and-herb seasoning; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground pepper; 4 (10-inch) whole-wheat tortillas; 1.33 cups matchstick carrots; 1.33 cups alfalfa sprouts; 3 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and thinly sliced; 1 small yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 8 ounces thinly sliced lower-sodium deli oven-roasted turkey breast

Nutrition Notes

Is Cream Cheese Healthy?

While it doesn't add a whole lot of nutrition, cream cheese does add a tangy, spreadable creaminess that is difficult to mimic with other ingredients. Reduced-fat cream cheese gives you less fat than regular cream cheese and is easier to spread. Plus, the amount of cream cheese you actually get in a serving is minimal and fits within the 2020-2025 Dietary Guidelines for daily total fat and saturated fat intake.

Are Alfalfa Sprouts Nutritious?

There hasn't been a lot of research done on alfalfa sprouts, but the 2021 research published in Antioxidants shows that they are high in antioxidants, as well as other powerful plant compounds. Alfalfa and other types of sprouts are easy to grow at home, so if you'd rather skip the grocery store, give it a try. It's important to note that to avoid foodborne illness, sprouts are best eaten after being cooked to steaming hot to kill any potential illness-causing germs, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Tips from the Test Kitchen

I Don't Have Salt-Free Garlic-and-Herb Seasoning. What Can I Use Instead?

Make a homemade seasoning blend with dried herbs and spices that you have in your pantry, like basil, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika and thyme. Store in a small airtight jar for up to 6 months.

What Do I Do with the Leftover Cheesy Spread?

The reserved cheese mixture is delicious in a cucumber sandwich or tomato sandwich. Add it to an omelet or scrambled eggs for breakfast. For an easy party appetizer, make crostini or canapés with your favorite toppings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Make Pinwheels the Day Before?

No, we recommend making the pinwheels right before serving to prevent them from getting soggy. You can make the cheese spread ahead and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

How Do You Make Pinwheels Not Soggy?

To prevent the pinwheels from getting soggy, make them right before serving. They can be assembled and refrigerated for up to 30 minutes.

How Do You Make Pinwheels Stick Together?

The pinwheels are held together with the cheese mixture. Spread the cheese mixture evenly across the tortillas, covering them from edge to edge. When arranging the vegetables and turkey slices on top, leave a ¼-inch border at the top and bottom edges of the tortillas. Roll them up tightly and refrigerate. Refrigerating the pinwheels for 30 minutes helps them hold their shape when slicing.

Additional reporting by Carrie Myers and Jan Valdez

Ingredients

8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1 cup baby spinach, finely chopped
½ cup whole-milk plain strained (Greek-style) yogurt
½ teaspoon salt-free garlic-and-herb seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground pepper
4 (10-inch) whole-wheat tortillas
1 ⅓ cups matchstick carrots
1 ⅓ cups alfalfa sprouts
3 medium plum tomatoes, seeded and thinly sliced
1 small yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
8 ounces thinly sliced lower-sodium deli oven-roasted turkey breast

Directions

Place cream cheese, spinach, yogurt, garlic-and-herb seasoning, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until whipped, fully incorporated and smooth, about 30 seconds. (Alternatively, process in a food processor until fully incorporated and smooth, 35 to 45 seconds.)
Spread a heaping 1/4 cup cheese mixture evenly over 1 side of each tortilla. (Reserve remaining cheese mixture for another use.) Arrange 1/3 cup carrots, 1/3 cup sprouts, about 1/2 cup tomatoes and about 1/4 cup bell pepper over the cheese layer of each tortilla. Lay turkey slices evenly over the vegetables.
Tightly roll up each tortilla; wrap individually in foil. Refrigerate for 30 minutes. Remove and discard foil. Slice each roll crosswise into 8 (about 1¼-inch-thick) slices. Arrange on a large platter and serve.

To make ahead

Refrigerate cheese spread (Step 1) in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, July 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

133	Calories
5g	Fat
14g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 15
Serving Size about 2 pinwheels
Calories 133
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 14g	5%
Dietary Fiber 2g	7%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 7g	14%
Total Fat 5g	6%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Vitamin A 2399IU	48%
Vitamin C 24mg	27%
Folate 10mcg	3%
Vitamin K 22mcg	18%
Sodium 344mg	15%
Calcium 37mg	3%
Iron 1mg	6%
Magnesium 10mg	2%
Potassium 128mg	3%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.