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Cucumber and Dill Pinwheel Appetizers Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These refreshing Cucumber and Dill Pinwheel Appetizers are an easy-to-make snack perfect for parties and gatherings. Soft cream cheese blended with zesty ranch seasoning is spread on soft flour tortillas, topped with fresh dill and crisp cucumber slices, then rolled into bite-sized pinwheels. Chilled for a cool, crisp flavor and delightful presentation, these appetizers are light, creamy, and full of fresh herbaceous notes, making them an ideal finger food for any occasion.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 oz dry ranch seasoning packet
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 tsp fresh chopped dill
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced thin

Instructions

  1. Prepare herbs and cucumber: Chop the fresh dill finely and slice the cucumber into thin rounds to ensure a crispy texture in every bite.
  2. Mix cream cheese and seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the dry ranch seasoning packet until it forms a smooth, evenly seasoned spread.
  3. Spread mixture on tortillas: Evenly spread a quarter of the cream cheese mixture over each of the four large flour tortillas, creating a uniform layer.
  4. Add chopped dill: Sprinkle approximately half a tablespoon of the freshly chopped dill evenly over the cream cheese on each tortilla to enhance the fresh, herbal flavor.
  5. Layer cucumber slices: Arrange the thin cucumber slices in a single layer on top of the dill-covered cream cheese to add crunch and freshness.
  6. Roll the tortillas: Starting from one edge, tightly roll each tortilla into a log shape, ensuring the filling stays inside evenly.
  7. Chill the rolls: Wrap each rolled tortilla log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the rolls to firm up.
  8. Slice into pinwheels: When ready to serve, unwrap the rolls and use a serrated knife to trim approximately 2 inches off each end of the rolls, then slice each log into 6 equal pinwheel portions.
  9. Serve and enjoy: Lay the pinwheels flat on a serving platter and serve as a refreshing appetizer or party snack.

Notes

  • For best results, use softened cream cheese to make spreading easier.
  • Use a serrated knife to cut the pinwheels cleanly without squishing the rolls.
  • Feel free to substitute the dry ranch seasoning with your favorite herb blend for variation.
  • Chilling the rolls is key to maintaining the shape when slicing.
  • These appetizers are best served within 24 hours of preparation for optimal freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/cucumber-and-dill-pinwheel-appetizers-recipe/