Turkey Pinwheels
Soft tortillas rolled tight with lean turkey and smooth cream cheese, then sliced into spirals. A gentle, protein-packed snack ready in 15 minutes, ideal for flares when appetite is low.
Turkey Pinwheels
Soft tortillas rolled tight with lean turkey and smooth cream cheese, then sliced into spirals. A gentle, protein-packed snack ready in 15 minutes, ideal for flares when appetite is low.
Ingredients
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
- Low FODMAP
Instructions
Remove cream cheese from refrigerator and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes, until soft enough to spread without tearing the tortilla.
Tip: Room temperature cream cheese spreads without tearing the tortillaCombine cream cheese with dill, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, stirring until smooth and evenly seasoned.
Equipment: small bowl, spoonSpread cream cheese mixture evenly over each tortilla using an offset spatula or butter knife, leaving a 1/2-inch border along the edges.
Equipment: offset spatula, butter knifeTip: Leave a border so filling doesn't squeeze out when rollingLayer turkey slices in an even single layer over the cream cheese, covering the surface completely.
Roll each tortilla tightly from one edge to the other, pressing gently as you go to eliminate air pockets and create a compact spiral.
Tip: Press gently as you roll to eliminate air pocketsWrap each roll snugly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes, until firm and easy to slice cleanly.
Equipment: plastic wrapUnwrap the chilled rolls and slice each into 1-inch thick pinwheels using a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts for clean edges.
Equipment: sharp knife, cutting boardTip: Wipe blade between cuts for clean edgesArrange pinwheels on a serving platter with the spiral side facing up, showing the cream cheese and turkey layers.
Notes
Storage
Refrigerate assembled pinwheels in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Store whole wrapped rolls for up to 24 hours before slicing for best texture. Pinwheels don't freeze well—tortilla texture suffers.
Lactose-free option
Substitute lactose-free cream cheese for identical spreading consistency and easier digestion. Green Valley Creamery offers FODMAP-certified lactose-free cream cheese that works well here.
Fresh turkey alternative
For better digestion during active flares, use freshly roasted turkey breast sliced thin instead of processed deli meat. Avoids additives and nitrates that some of us find triggering.
Tortilla selection
Choose soft, pliable gluten-free tortillas that won't crack when rolled. Mission and Siete brands work well. Avoid corn tortillas if following SCD—corn is prohibited on that protocol.
Slicing technique
A serrated knife works best for clean cuts. Chill the rolls fully before cutting and wipe the blade between each slice to prevent dragging.
SCD alternative
This recipe is not SCD-legal as written. SCD followers can substitute almond flour wraps or use butter lettuce leaves as wraps instead.
IBD Considerations
Diet Protocol Compliance
How this recipe fits common IBD dietary approaches
