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Smoked Salmon Pinwheels

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These Smoked Salmon Pinwheels are the perfect make-ahead appetizer for parties, potlucks, or elegant gatherings. The combination of creamy, softened cream cheese, sharp dill, and briny lemon juice creates a luxurious filling that pairs beautifully with rich, thinly sliced smoked salmon. Wrapped tightly in soft flour tortillas and chilled until firm, they slice into neat, attractive spirals that hold their shape. The texture is smooth and tender, offering a sophisticated bite that is both savory and refreshing. Serve them chilled as a stunning addition to your snack table. They are easy to assemble, allowing plenty of time to prepare other dishes, and can be made a day in advance for convenience. A classic crowd-pleaser that looks impressive with minimal effort.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 32
Calories: 213.2
Description
These Smoked Salmon Pinwheels are the perfect make-ahead appetizer for parties, potlucks, or elegant gatherings. The combination of creamy, softened cream cheese, sharp dill, and briny lemon juice creates a luxurious filling that pairs beautifully with rich, thinly sliced smoked salmon. Wrapped tightly in soft flour tortillas and chilled until firm, they slice into neat, attractive spirals that hold their shape. The texture is smooth and tender, offering a sophisticated bite that is both savory and refreshing. Serve them chilled as a stunning addition to your snack table. They are easy to assemble, allowing plenty of time to prepare other dishes, and can be made a day in advance for convenience. A classic crowd-pleaser that looks impressive with minimal effort.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup (250ml) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon (15ml) vodka
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) lemon juice
  • 8 oz (250g) thinly sliced smoked salmon
  • 4 7-inch (18cm) flour tortillas
Directions
  1. 1
    In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, vodka, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh dill, and lemon juice.
  2. 2
    Mix vigorously until the filling is completely smooth, creamy, and well-blended with no lumps of cream cheese remaining.
  3. 3
    Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean work surface.
  4. 4
    Spread approximately 1/4 cup (50ml) of the cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface of the tortilla, leaving a small border around the edges if desired to prevent leakage.
  5. 5
    Layer slices of smoked salmon evenly over the cream cheese mixture, covering the surface completely.
  6. 6
    Starting from one short end, roll the tortilla up tightly into a log shape.
  7. 7
    Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas, filling, and salmon.
  8. 8
    Wrap each rolled log tightly in plastic wrap to maintain shape.
  9. 9
    Refrigerate the rolls for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to slice cleanly without unrolling.
  10. 10
    Remove plastic wrap, trim the uneven ends from each roll, and slice each roll into 8 even pinwheels.
  11. 11
    Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter and garnish with fresh dill sprigs or chives before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 32

Amount Per Serving
Calories 213.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.4g32%
Saturated Fat 12.6g63%
Cholesterol 52.2mg18%
Sodium 193.2mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 3.3g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g2%
Sugars 1.7g
Protein 3.7g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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