Tuna Pinwheels combine tuna with cream cheese, mayo, dill weed and fresh cucumbers for a tuna salad meets cucumber sandwich combo that is perfect for a party appetizer or on the go lunch!
Often I find myself out of time and out of ideas. One of the best ways to bring a fresh flavor into the mix is to serve tuna salad rollups. I love how quick and easy they are to make, and everyone loves the tanginess of the creamy filling paired with the crunch of fresh cucumber.
We all have our share of crazy busy days when we are lucky to finish even one thing on the to-do list. With these tuna salad pinwheels, coming up with a light and healthy dish is one less thing to worry about. Budget friendly and easy to make, tuna pinwheels are a delicious addition to any lunch or appetizer menu. They are great for on the go lunches at school and work!
Only a few ingredients are required to create these creamy and crunchy pinwheels. If you’re looking for some more pinwheels recipes, these Savory Roast Beef Gouda Rolls and Italian Pinwheels will not disappoint.
What Do I Need to Make This Recipe?
- 1 English cucumber, diced – If you use a different variety of cucumber, you’ll want to peel and remove the seeds before dicing. English cucumbers have smaller seeds and thinner skin than other varieties of cucumbers.
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 Tablespoons fresh dill, minced or 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
- 1 (12 ounce) can of tuna, well drained – Feel free to use whatever variety of canned tuna you prefer!
- Salt and pepper
- 4 large flour tortillas
Step By Step Instructions
- Begin by dicing your English cucumber.
2. Next, combine the cream cheese, mayo, and dill weed in a small mixing bowl.
3. Stir the tuna into your mixture and add salt and pepper to taste.
4. Spread the tuna mixture evenly onto each flour tortilla. Then sprinkle the cucumbers over the tuna filling.
5. Tightly roll each tortilla and place seam side down. Cover with plastic wrap or place in an airtight container and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour. This allows the flavors to meld, and the pinwheels will hold their shape better when slicing.
6. After chilling, use a serrated knife to cut the rolled tortillas into 1 inch slices. You can discard the end pieces (or sneak them for a quick snack!).
Storage Options
Pinwheels in general do not store well over long periods of time. Tuna Pinwheels do not store well for more than 12 hours max. If you are concerned about your pinwheels getting soggy before you can serve them, try using the same filling for tuna sandwiches instead!
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Tuna Pinwheels
Tuna Pinwheels combine tuna with cream cheese, mayo, dill weed and fresh cucumbers for a tuna salad meets cucumber sandwich combo that is perfect for a party appetizer or on the go lunch!
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup mayo
- 2 Tablespoons of fresh dill, minced or 2 teaspoons of dried dill weed
- 1 (12 ounce) can tuna, well drained
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- You’ll start by dicing the English cucumber. If you have another variety of cucumber to use that’s fine, you’ll want to be sure to peel it and remove the seeds from the cucumber first before dicing.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayo, and dill weed. Stir the tuna into the cheese mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread the tuna filling onto each flour tortilla. Then, evenly sprinkle the chopped cucumbers over the tuna filling. Tightly roll each tortilla and place seam side down.
- Cover with plastic wrap or place into an airtight container to chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour. This time allows the flavors to meld and for the pinwheels to hold their shape better when we go to slice them.
- After chilling, use a serrated knife to cut the rolled tortillas into about 1-inch slices. You can discard the end pieces.
Notes
Feel free to use whatever variety of canned tuna you prefer.
If you are worried about your pinwheels getting soggy before you can serve them, you can use this filling for sandwiches instead of roll-ups
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 2 pinwheelsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 163Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 196mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 5g
