Cucumber And Dill Pinwheels (Printable Version)
Crisp cucumber, dill cream cheese and tortillas rolled into vibrant pinwheels—ideal for parties or light lunches.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
→ Dairy
03 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
→ Condiments & Seasonings
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Bread
08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)
# Directions:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt or sour cream, lemon juice, garlic powder, chopped dill, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
02 - Place tortillas on a clean work surface. Evenly spread the dill cream cheese mixture over the entire surface of each tortilla.
03 - Arrange sliced cucumbers across each tortilla in a single, even layer on top of the cream cheese spread.
04 - Roll each tortilla tightly from one edge to form a uniform log shape.
05 - Wrap each rolled tortilla in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm for easier slicing.
06 - Unwrap each log and slice into 6 even pinwheels using a sharp knife. Trim and reserve the uneven ends if desired.
07 - Arrange pinwheels neatly on a serving platter and serve chilled or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- This is the breeziest appetizer that gets real compliments every time—people think you worked much harder than you did.
- The combination of creamy, tangy, and crunchy makes these super satisfying for both adults and kids.
02 -
- If the cream cheese isn’t properly softened, spreading will tear the tortillas—I’ve lost a good wrap or two this way.
- Chilling the rolled tortillas really does make a cleaner, more attractive pinwheel—worth the extra few minutes if you want them camera ready.
03 -
- A warm, damp cloth under your cutting board keeps it steady while slicing—no more slipping rolls.
- Room temperature tortillas make all the difference—they’re far less likely to crack.