Smoked Salmon Cucumber Pinwheels (Print Version)

Creamy, fresh, and savory pinwheels featuring smoked salmon and cucumber in soft tortillas for effortless snacking.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy and Cheese

01 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

06 - 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely diced

→ Fish

07 - 5 oz smoked salmon slices

→ Bread

08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Combine cream cheese, sour cream, dill, lemon juice, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Stir until creamy and uniformly blended.
02 - Arrange tortillas on a clean cutting board. Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture over each, covering the entire surface.
03 - Disperse the diced cucumber across the cream cheese layer on every tortilla.
04 - Place smoked salmon slices in a single layer atop the cucumber.
05 - Beginning at one edge, tightly roll each tortilla into a compact log.
06 - Wrap each roll in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm.
07 - Unwrap rolls, trim ends, and slice each into 6 evenly-sized pieces.
08 - Arrange pinwheels on a platter and present chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Pinwheels look impressive with almost zero effort, perfect for spontaneous gatherings.
  • The creamy, tangy filling pairs beautifully with the freshness and subtle crunch of cucumber.
02 -
  • Once, I skipped chilling and ended up with a soggy mess—never rush the resting step.
  • Choosing a sharp knife is vital; a dull blade will squish the pinwheels and ruin their neat appearance.
03 -
  • Chill the rolls well so they slice neatly and hold their shape.
  • A gentle, even hand when rolling makes the spirals beautiful every time.
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