Fresh Vegetable Tortilla Roll-Ups Recipe
Fresh Vegetable Tortilla Roll Ups are a delightful and colorful snack featuring a creamy, seasoned cream cheese spread layered with diced broccoli, carrots, red bell pepper, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions, all rolled inside soft flour tortillas. These easy-to-make pinwheels are perfect for parties, light meals, or healthy snack options, offering a refreshing crunch and creamy texture in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 8-10 pinwheels (from 2 tortillas) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 cup diced vegetables: broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper
Filling
- 4 ounces softened cream cheese
- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the Roll Ups
- 2 large flour tortillas meant for burritos
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables and Ingredients: Begin by finely dicing your selected vegetables – broccoli, carrots, and red bell pepper – into very small pieces to ensure even distribution in every bite. Allow the cream cheese to soften at room temperature, which makes mixing easier and results in a smoother filling.
- Mix the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir the mixture thoroughly until it is well combined and smooth in texture.
- Prepare and Fill the Tortillas: Warm the flour tortillas slightly by microwaving them for 15-20 seconds to make rolling more manageable. Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over the surface of each tortilla. Next, sprinkle the finely minced vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions evenly atop the cream cheese layer.
- Roll and Secure the Tortillas: Starting at one edge, roll the tortilla tightly toward the opposite side, allowing the cream cheese mixture to help hold the roll together. Secure each rolled tortilla with one or two toothpicks to keep it intact. Place the wrapped rolls in the freezer for 20 minutes to set, or refrigerate them overnight, tightly wrapped or stored in a container, to prepare in advance.
- Slice and Serve: After the rolls have firmly set, remove the toothpicks and cut each roll into pinwheels about 1-inch thick. Arrange the pinwheels on a serving platter and enjoy these fresh, flavorful bites as a snack or light meal.
Notes
- Softening the cream cheese ahead of time ensures smoother mixing and easier spreading.
- Microwaving the tortillas briefly makes them more pliable and easier to roll without cracking.
- For a make-ahead snack, refrigerate the roll-ups overnight wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container.
- Feel free to customize the vegetable mix based on seasonal availability or personal preferences.
- Use low-fat mayonnaise and reduced-fat cheese for a lighter version of this recipe.
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