Southwestern Pinwheels Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pinwheels
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oz. light cream cheese, softened; 1/4 cup finely shredded Mexican-style or sharp cheddar cheese; 2 Tbs. thinly sliced green onion; 2 Tbs. chunky salsa or 1/2 Tbs. chopped, canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce; 2 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 2 (10-inch) green chili or spinach-flavored flour tortillas; 12 small cilantro strips for garnish; Spinach leaves; Salsa

Servings: persons

4 oz. light cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup finely shredded Mexican-style or sharp cheddar cheese
2 Tbs. thinly sliced green onion
2 Tbs. chunky salsa or 1/2 Tbs. chopped, canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce
2 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
2 (10-inch) green chili or spinach-flavored flour tortillas
12 small cilantro strips for garnish
Spinach leaves
Salsa

1
In small bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded cheese, green onion, salsa, chopped cilantro and cumin; mix well.
2
Spread evenly over tortillas.
3
Place a layer of spinach over cheese.
4
Roll tightly; wrap in plastic.
5
Chill at least 1 hour or up to 8 hours.
6
Cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces; arrange cut side up on serving platter.
7
Garnish each pinwheel with cilantro sprig.
8
Cover and chill up to 1 hour before serving.
9
Serve with a dollop of salsa on top.

212

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 oz. light cream cheese, softened, 1/4 cup finely shredded Mexican-style or sharp cheddar cheese, 2 Tbs. thinly sliced green onion, 2 Tbs. chunky salsa or 1/2 Tbs. chopped, canned chipotle chilies in adobo sauce, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Pinwheels falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Southwestern Pinwheels

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