Description
These high protein pinwheels are flavorful, meal-prep friendly, and satisfying. Great for lunches, snacks, or party appetizers—each version offers a different twist, from Italian deli classics to spicy buffalo chicken or vegetarian hummus-packed rolls.
Ingredients
Classic Italian Pinwheels (~25g Protein Per Serving)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt for more protein)
1 packet (0.7 oz) Italian dressing mix
1/2 tsp garlic powder
4 oz pepperoni, chopped
4 oz salami, chopped
4 slices provolone cheese, chopped
1/2 cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
1/4 cup banana peppers, drained and chopped
2 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
4–5 large (10 inch) flour or whole wheat tortillas
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels (~30g Protein Per Serving)
8 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/3 cup buffalo-style hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 celery stalk, finely diced
4–5 large (10 inch) flour tortillas
High-Protein Vegetarian “Rainbow” Pinwheels (~18g Protein Per Serving)
1 cup hummus
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and roughly mashed
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 large carrot, shredded
1 cup fresh spinach
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill or parsley
Juice of 1/2 lemon
4–5 large spinach or whole wheat tortillas
Turkey & Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels (~28g Protein Per Serving)
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
1 lb sliced deli turkey, patted dry
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup crisp lettuce (like romaine), shredded
4–5 large whole wheat or low-carb tortillas
Savory Breakfast Egg & Bacon Pinwheels (~22g Protein Per Serving)
6 large eggs, scrambled
6 slices of cooked bacon or turkey bacon, crumbled
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese
1 cup spinach, wilted into the eggs while scrambling
4 oz cream cheese, softened (to act as a binder)
Salt and pepper to taste
4–5 large whole wheat tortillas
Instructions
Classic Italian Pinwheels
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, Italian dressing mix, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Fold in pepperoni, salami, provolone, red peppers, banana peppers, and parsley.
- Spread the mixture evenly on each tortilla, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Roll each tortilla tightly, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 2 hours.
- Slice into 1-inch pinwheels and serve.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels
- Mix cream cheese, Greek yogurt, hot sauce, and ranch seasoning until combined.
- Stir in chicken, cheddar cheese, green onions, and celery.
- Spread over tortillas, roll tightly, wrap, and chill for 2 hours.
- Slice into pinwheels before serving.
High-Protein Vegetarian “Rainbow” Pinwheels
- In a bowl, combine mashed chickpeas, feta, dill, and lemon juice.
- Spread hummus on tortillas.
- Top with chickpea mix, spinach, carrots, and bell pepper.
- Roll, wrap, and chill 1 hour.
- Slice and serve.
Turkey & Cheddar Ranch Pinwheels
- Mix cream cheese, yogurt, and ranch seasoning.
- Spread on tortillas.
- Layer turkey, cheddar, and lettuce.
- Roll up, chill 1 hour, then slice.
Savory Breakfast Egg & Bacon Pinwheels
- Scramble eggs with spinach, crumble bacon.
- Let cool.
- Spread cream cheese on tortillas.
- Top with egg mixture, bacon, and cheese.
- Roll up, serve warm or cold.
- Slice into pinwheels.
Notes
Chill time improves texture and flavor in all versions.
You can substitute dairy-free options for cream cheese or yogurt if needed.
Meal prep friendly—store tightly wrapped in fridge for up to 3 days.
Use a serrated knife for cleaner slices.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 pieces
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 45mg