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March 5, 2026

These turkey pesto tortilla pinwheels are a fun, handheld twist on a classic deli lunch, loaded with creamy pesto, tender turkey, and melty cheese! Super quick to assemble and perfect for meal prep, these pinwheels make a tasty make-ahead work lunch or party snack everyone will love.

Turkey Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels
Turkey Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels
Turkey Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels
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Turkey Pesto Tortilla Pinwheels

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Instructions

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In a small bowl, mix cream cheese and pesto until well-mixed.
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Spread half of the pesto cream cheese mixture on one side of the tortilla, completely covering the entire tortilla.
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Layer individual lettuce leaves flatly over the cream cheese mixture to cover one half of the tortilla. Follow this with half of the turkey slices, placing in a single layer over the lettuce. The turkey should be evenly spread in one layer over about 3/4 of the tortilla (farther out than the lettuce).
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Next, arrange 1 1/2 cheese slices in a single layer over the turkey (you may need to cut the slices in half or smaller to fit them around the tortilla in a single layer). You should continue to leave about 1/4 of the tortilla without additional toppings. This way, when the tortilla is rolled, toppings won’t spill out and prevent the pinwheel from staying rolled up.
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Starting with the edge loaded with toppings, roll the tortilla towards the empty side. Keep the roll tight without ripping the tortilla. The edge left with only cream cheese will sort of ‘glue’ itself to the tortilla to keep the pinwheel from unraveling.
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Optional: Refrigerate the pinwheel rolls for 1 hours before cutting so they stay together better.
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First, cut and remove about 1.5 inches from each end of the roll. Note: The ends of the roll have less filling due to the circular shape of the tortilla and rolling procedure. I like to refer to those as “pinwheel scraps”. Still tasty, but not so pretty. All four ends (from two tortillas) plus about one more pinwheel is one serving.
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Cut the remaining rolls into 1 inch or 1.5 inch sections.
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Store in a tupperware or Pyrex container and eat within 3 days.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Cream Cheese Temperature Control 🧈
    Let cream cheese soften to room temperature for 15-20 minutes before spreading, ensuring even distribution without tearing the tortilla or creating lumps.
  • Pesto-to-Cream Cheese Ratio 🎯
    Mix pesto with softened cream cheese in a 1:1 ratio to create a spreadable consistency that prevents the filling from becoming too oily or sliding out when sliced.
  • Strategic Lettuce Placement 🥬
    Layer romaine lettuce closest to the tortilla edge and leave a ½-inch border, as this prevents moisture from soaking through and helps the pinwheel hold its shape when sliced.
  • Sharp Knife and Cold Pinwheels 🔪
    Refrigerate assembled pinwheels for at least 30 minutes, then use a serrated knife with a gentle sawing motion to cut clean slices without compressing or crumbling the filling.
  • Tortilla Selection Matters 🌯
    Choose thicker, more pliable flour tortillas (at least 10 inches) rather than thin ones, as they hold fillings better and won't split or crack during rolling and slicing.

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Project Meal Plan

Hi, I’m Danielle! My passion for meal planning came from a desire to save money and reduce food waste, and I want to share it with you! Besides cooking and photography, I absolutely love my cats & chicken (yes, just one!), growing food in my yard, and hot sandwiches!

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