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Easy Turkey and Cheese Pinwheel Roll-Ups – Best Lunchbox Recipe

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These easy turkey and cheese pinwheel roll-ups are the perfect lunchbox solution—ready in under 10 minutes with simple ingredients. No soggy bread, just neat little spirals of protein and cheese that kids and adults love.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch size)
  • 6–8 ounces deli turkey slices (oven-roasted or honey-roasted)
  • 4–6 slices provolone cheese
  • 4 ounces plain cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Optional: fresh spinach leaves (a handful)
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons shredded carrots
  • Optional: a few slices thinly sliced cucumber
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons roasted red peppers, chopped

Instructions

  1. Soften the cream cheese: Take cream cheese out of fridge 15 minutes before starting, or microwave for 10-15 seconds until soft and spreadable.
  2. Mix the spread: In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese and Dijon mustard. Stir until smooth and well combined.
  3. Prepare your tortilla: Lay one large flour tortilla flat on a cutting board. If stiff, microwave for 10 seconds to make pliable.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture: Using an offset spatula or butter knife, spread an even, thin layer over the entire tortilla, leaving a half-inch border around edges.
  5. Layer the turkey: Place 3-4 slices of deli turkey evenly over the cream cheese, overlapping slightly, leaving the half-inch border.
  6. Add the cheese: Lay 2-3 slices of provolone cheese over the turkey, overlapping slightly.
  7. Add optional fillings: If using, sprinkle spinach, carrots, cucumber, or roasted red peppers evenly over the cheese. Do not overstuff.
  8. Roll it up tightly: Starting from one edge, carefully roll the tortilla into a tight log, keeping filling in place. Roll as tightly as possible without tearing.
  9. Wrap and chill: Wrap the rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper, twisting ends like a candy wrapper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  10. Slice into pinwheels: After chilling, unwrap and place on cutting board. Using a sharp knife, slice into 1-inch thick rounds using a gentle sawing motion. Wipe knife clean between slices.
  11. Secure with toothpicks (optional): Insert a toothpick through each pinwheel to prevent unrolling in lunchbox.
  12. Pack and serve: Arrange pinwheels in a lunchbox or serving platter. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

Chilling is essential for clean cuts—do not skip. For best results, make the night before. Tortillas can be warmed for 10 seconds in microwave if stiff. Clean knife between slices for neat spirals. Store assembled roll-ups (unsliced) in fridge up to 3 days; sliced pinwheels keep up to 2 days. Not recommended for freezing.

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