Baked Tortilla Wheels With Pineapple Salsa Recipe

Name: Baked Tortilla Wheels With Pineapple Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Tortilla Wheels; 5 1/2 ounces cream cheese (I use the latter) or 5 1/2 ounces neufchatel cheese (I use the latter); 1 green chili pepper, seeded and chopped fine; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped fine; 4 green onions, chopped fine; 1 red bell peppers or 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine; 3 1/2 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded; salt & fresh ground pepper; 8 flour tortillas; For the Salsa; 1 tablespoon black mustard seeds or 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds; 1 orange; 4 slices fresh pineapple or 4 slices canned pineapple; 1 small red onion, chopped fine; 1 small green chili pepper, seeded and chopped fine; 2 tomatoes, diced; salt & fresh ground pepper; cayenne pepper (for more heat) or red pepper flakes, might work too (for more heat)

Servings: persons

For the Tortilla Wheels
5 1/2 ounces cream cheese (I use the latter) or 5 1/2 ounces neufchatel cheese (I use the latter)
1 green chili pepper, seeded and chopped fine
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
4 tomatoes, seeded and chopped fine
4 green onions, chopped fine
1 red bell peppers or 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped fine
3 1/2 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
salt & fresh ground pepper
8 flour tortillas
For the Salsa
1 tablespoon black mustard seeds or 1 tablespoon yellow mustard seeds
1 orange
4 slices fresh pineapple or 4 slices canned pineapple
1 small red onion, chopped fine
1 small green chili pepper, seeded and chopped fine
2 tomatoes, diced
salt & fresh ground pepper
cayenne pepper (for more heat) or red pepper flakes, might work too (for more heat)

1
For the Tortilla Wheels:.
2
Beat the cream cheese until smooth, then add all of the other ingredients and mix well.
3
Divide the mixture among the tortillas, spreading it evenly.
4
Make 4 stacks of tortillas, 2 high. Roll them up tightly.
5
Cover in plastic wrap. Chill for at least 2 hours.
6
Preheat oven to 400.
7
Unwrap the tortillas and trim away the ends, then cut each roll into eight slices. Place slices on baking sheets and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until well browned.
8
Serve with salsa.
9
For the Salsa:.
10
Prepare the salsa while the tortilla wheels are chilling.
11
Heat a nonstick skillet until evenly hot, then add the mustard seeds, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, until the seeds begin to pop (be careful not to burn). Allow to cool.
12
Grate the rind from the orange, then peel it, and dice the flesh.
13
Mix orange flesh and grated rind with mustard seeds and other ingredients, seasoning to taste with salt and pepper.
14
Allow the salsa to stand until required.

1085

kcal

Calories

Fat

181

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Tortilla Wheels, 5 1/2 ounces cream cheese (I use the latter) or 5 1/2 ounces neufchatel cheese (I use the latter), 1 green chili pepper, seeded and chopped fine, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Tortilla Wheels With Pineapple Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Tortilla Wheels With Pineapple Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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