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C. Motter Cindy

Light and Refreshing Cucumber Dill Pinwheels

These no-cook cucumber cream cheese pinwheels are a refreshing summer appetizer featuring creamy dill filling rolled in tortillas with crisp cucumber slices, perfect for quick entertaining or snacks.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 large Flour Tortillas Choose large, soft burrito size; can substitute with gluten-free tortillas
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Dill Finely chopped; do not substitute dried
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • Salt To taste
  • Freshly Ground Black Pepper To taste
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 tsp Ranch Seasoning For a twist
  • 4 oz Boursin Cheese Sub for half the cream cheese
  • Everything Bagel Seasoning For sprinkling

Equipment

  • Mandoline or sharp knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Offset spatula or spoon
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Serrated Knife

Method
 

Prepare the Cucumber
  1. Slice the English cucumber very thinly using a mandoline or sharp knife. Lay the slices on a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and sprinkle lightly with salt. Let sit for 10-15 minutes to draw out excess water.
  2. Gently pat the cucumber slices completely dry to prevent sogginess.
Make the Creamy Dill Filling
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise.
  2. Add the finely chopped fresh dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Beat with a spatula or hand mixer until smooth and airy. Taste and adjust seasonings.
Assemble and Roll the Pinwheels
  1. Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spread an even, thin layer of the cream cheese mixture from edge to edge using an offset spatula.
  2. Arrange dried cucumber slices evenly over the cream cheese, overlapping slightly.
  3. Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla tightly into a log, pressing firmly to remove air pockets. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.
  4. Repeat with the remaining tortillas. Chill the wrapped logs in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight, to set.
Slice and Serve
  1. Remove the logs from the fridge and unwrap. Use a sharp serrated knife to slice into 3/4-inch to 1-inch thick rounds.
  2. Arrange on a platter cut-side up and serve immediately. Yields about 40 pinwheels.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 1gFat: 4g

Notes

These pinwheels are best enjoyed fresh but can be made ahead; store wrapped logs in the fridge for up to 3 days. Do not freeze. For dietary variations, use vegan cream cheese or gluten-free tortillas.
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