Flavorful Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches
These Italian pinwheel sandwiches with salami and provolone are quick, easy, and perfect for lunches or gatherings. They combine classic Italian flavors in bite-sized spirals that are fun to make and delicious to eat.
- Prep Time: 13 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 pinwheels (serves 4) 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
- 8 to 10 thinly sliced salami slices per tortilla (Columbus or Boar’s Head recommended)
- 4 slices provolone cheese per tortilla (mild or sharp)
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (oregano, basil, thyme, rosemary blend)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh baby spinach leaves (optional)
- ¼ cup sliced roasted red peppers (optional)
- Olive oil (optional, for brushing)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning and ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Mix until smooth and evenly seasoned. (5 minutes)
- Place two 10-inch flour tortillas flat on your workspace. Spread a generous, even layer of the cream cheese mixture over each tortilla, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges. (3 minutes)
- Layer 8 to 10 thin slices of salami evenly over each tortilla. Add 4 slices of provolone cheese on top. If using, scatter baby spinach leaves and ¼ cup sliced roasted red peppers evenly over the cheese. Season lightly with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
- Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla up firmly but gently to keep fillings inside without tearing. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to set. (15 minutes)
- Remove from fridge, unwrap, and slice each roll into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife. Arrange on a platter and serve. (5 minutes)
Notes
Chill the rolled wraps for at least 15 minutes before slicing to help them hold their shape. Use a sharp knife and gentle sawing motion for clean cuts. Optionally brush tortillas with olive oil and sprinkle Italian seasoning before rolling for extra flavor and crispness. These pinwheels are best eaten within a few hours but can be refrigerated up to 2 days. Not recommended to freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 3 pinwheels pe
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1.5
- Protein: 15
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