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Turkey & veggie pinwheels served on a plate with yogurt dip, fruit, and lemonade—colorful summer lunch for kids.

Turkey & Veggie Pinwheels (Kid-Friendly Summer Lunch)


  • Author: Monica
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings (about 1620 pinwheels) 1x

Description

These colorful Turkey & Veggie Pinwheels are the ultimate no-cook summer lunch for kids. Packed with creamy spread, lean turkey, and crunchy veggies, they’re fun to roll, easy to slice, and totally irresistible. Whether you’re packing a lunchbox, prepping a picnic, or just need a fast meal idea, this wholesome wrap recipe is a family favorite.


Ingredients

Scale

  • 4 large flour tortillas (gluten-free or whole wheat optional)

  • 8 slices deli turkey breast

  • ½ cup cream cheese (plain or herbed)

  • 1 medium carrot, peeled and julienned

  • ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced

  • ½ cucumber, sliced into thin matchsticks or rounds

  • 1 cup baby spinach leaves, washed and dried

  • Optional Add-ins:

    • 2 tbsp hummus

    • 2 tbsp finely shredded cheese

    • 1 tbsp honey mustard


Instructions

  1. Prep the Veggies:
    Wash and slice the carrot, bell pepper, and cucumber into thin, bite-sized strips. Pat dry to avoid soggy wraps.

  2. Spread the Base:
    Lay a tortilla flat and evenly spread 2 tablespoons of cream cheese or your preferred spread across the surface.

  3. Layer the Fillings:
    Add 2 slices of turkey, followed by a few strips of each veggie and a small handful of spinach.

  4. Roll It Tight:
    Starting at one edge, roll the tortilla tightly into a firm log. Make sure the ingredients stay tucked in.

  5. Slice into Pinwheels:
    Using a sharp knife, cut the rolled wrap into 1-inch slices. Wipe the blade between cuts for clean edges.

  6. Serve or Chill:
    Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10–15 minutes to help them hold their shape. Great for lunchboxes!

Notes

You can swap cream cheese for hummus, ranch, or herbed Greek yogurt.

For vegetarian pinwheels, leave out the turkey and add extra veggies or tofu.

Avoid overfilling the tortilla to keep rolls tight and easy to slice.

Pinwheels can be made a few hours ahead and stored in the fridge until serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Snack, Kids
  • Method: No-cook, Rolled
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ~5 pinwheels
  • Calories: 285 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 590mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 16g
  • Cholesterol: 38mg

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