Cucumber Pinwheels with Cream Cheese and Dill Recipe

Introduction

Cucumber pinwheels are a fresh, flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings or light snacks. Combining creamy cheese with crisp cucumbers, these bite-sized rolls offer a delightful balance of textures and herbs.

Ingredients

• 4 flour tortillas
• 1 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened
• 1 (5.3 ounce) Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese
• 4 small cucumbers, sliced very thin (or English cucumbers)
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and Boursin cheese. Use a mixer to blend them together until smooth and creamy.
2. Step 2: Spread one-fourth of the cheese mixture evenly over the surface of a tortilla, reaching all the way to the edges.
3. Step 3: Sprinkle a little fresh chopped dill over the cheese spread for added flavor.
4. Step 4: Arrange a single layer of thinly sliced cucumber evenly on top of the cheese and dill.
5. Step 5: Roll the tortilla tightly into a log shape. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate to chill and set.
6. Step 6: Repeat the spreading, seasoning, layering, and rolling steps with the remaining tortillas, cheese mixture, and cucumbers.
7. Step 7: Allow the rolls to chill in the refrigerator for about one hour. When ready to serve, unwrap the rolls, trim off the ends, and slice into 1-inch pinwheel rounds.

Tips & Variations

• Use English cucumbers for fewer seeds and a milder taste.
• Try adding thinly sliced smoked salmon or turkey for a protein boost.
• Substitute fresh herbs like chives or parsley if dill isn’t available.
• For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free tortillas.

Storage

Store the pinwheel rolls tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Slice them just before serving to keep the cucumbers crisp. If already sliced, enjoy within a day to maintain freshness. There’s no need for reheating; serve chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare cucumber pinwheels ahead of time?

Yes, preparing the pinwheels up to a day in advance is ideal as it allows the flavors to meld. Keep them refrigerated until ready to serve.

What can I substitute for Boursin cheese?

If Boursin is unavailable, you can use any herbed cream cheese or blend cream cheese with garlic powder and fresh herbs for a similar flavor.

Cucumber Pinwheels with Cream Cheese and Dill Recipe

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Cucumber Pinwheels are a refreshing and elegant appetizer perfect for parties or light snacks. Soft flour tortillas are layered with a creamy blend of cream cheese and Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese, fresh dill, and thinly sliced cucumbers. Chilled and sliced into bite-sized rounds, these pinwheels offer a delightful combination of creamy, herby flavors with a crisp cucumber crunch.

• Author: lucas
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (includes chilling time)
• Yield: 16 pinwheel slices (about 4 pinwheels per tortilla, sliced into 4 pieces each) 1x
• Category: Appetizer
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Cheese Spread

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 5.3 ounces Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped

Vegetables

• 4 small cucumbers, sliced very thin (or English cucumbers)

Wrap

• 4 flour tortillas

Instructions

1. Prepare Cheese Mixture: Place the softened cream cheese and Boursin garlic and fine herbs cheese in a mixing bowl. Using a mixer, cream the two cheeses together until smooth and well combined.
2. Spread Cheese on Tortilla: Take one flour tortilla and spread about one quarter of the cheese mixture evenly over its surface, making sure to reach all the way to the edges for consistent flavor.
3. Add Fresh Dill: Sprinkle a little of the chopped fresh dill evenly over the spread cheese to impart fresh herbal notes.
4. Layer Cucumber Slices: Arrange a single layer of very thinly sliced cucumbers on top of the cheese and dill mixture. Make sure the slices are evenly distributed to give a consistent crunch throughout.
5. Roll the Tortilla: Tightly roll the tortilla from one edge to the other, ensuring a snug wrap that holds the filling securely inside.
6. Chill the Roll: Wrap the rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap to maintain its shape and moisture, then place it in the refrigerator to chill.
7. Repeat and Chill: Repeat the spreading, layering, rolling, and chilling process with the remaining tortillas and cheese mixture.
8. Slice into Pinwheels: After chilling for about an hour, remove the plastic wrap. Trim off the ends of each roll to create clean edges, then slice the roll into 1-inch rounds to form the pinwheel shapes, perfect for serving.

Notes

• For best results, ensure the cream cheese is fully softened before mixing to create a smooth spread.
• You can substitute Boursin with another herbed cheese spread if unavailable.
• Use a mandoline or very sharp knife to slice cucumbers thinly and uniformly.
• The pinwheels can be prepared several hours ahead of time and kept refrigerated.
• For a low-carb option, consider using low-carb tortillas or cucumber slices as wraps.

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