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Fiesta Taco Pinwheel Appetizers

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian (optional meat)

Description

Delightful pinwheel appetizers combining vibrant flavors, perfect for any gathering.


Ingredients

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  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 can refried beans
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled ground beef or turkey (optional)
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup black olives, sliced
  • 1 tsp taco seasoning
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the softened cream cheese, salsa, taco seasoning, and shredded cheese in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Spread the mixture evenly across each flour tortilla.
  3. Sprinkle a thin layer of refried beans and ground meat if using, over the cheese mixture.
  4. Add chopped green onions and sliced black olives on top.
  5. Roll each tortilla tightly into a log shape and slice into pinwheels.
  6. Place the pinwheels on a serving platter and garnish with cilantro.
  7. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality cream cheese and ensure your tortillas are fresh and pliable.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg