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Colorful Lunchbox Veggie Pinwheels arranged on a plate as healthy spiral appetizers with fresh vegetables. 2026

Lunchbox Veggie Pinwheels – Easy Healthy Spiral Appetizers


  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pinwheels

Description

These colorful Lunchbox Veggie Pinwheels are simple, nutritious spiral appetizers perfect for school lunches, parties, or quick snacks. Layers of tortilla, creamy spread, and crisp veggies roll into vibrant pinwheels that are as fun to eat as they are to make. With minimal prep—just spreading, layering, rolling, chilling, and slicing—you can customize flavors with cream cheese, hummus, or avocado and a variety of vegetables. Make them a day ahead for grab-and-go convenience or slice just before serving for maximum freshness. Enjoy these healthy, kid-friendly bites that bring color, crunch, and flavor to every occasion.


Ingredients

  • whole-wheat tortillas
  • spinach tortillas
  • cream cheese
  • hummus
  • red bell pepper
  • yellow bell pepper
  • green bell pepper
  • shredded carrots
  • baby spinach
  • cucumber
  • avocado
  • fresh herbs

  • Instructions

    1. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese or hummus evenly over each tortilla.

    2. Arrange leafy greens and strips of bell peppers, carrots, cucumber, and avocado on the spread.

    3. Roll each tortilla tightly into a log without tearing the wrap.

    4. Wrap logs in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

    5. Unwrap and slice each log into 3/4-inch pinwheels and arrange on a platter to serve.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 0 minutes
    • Category: appetizer
    • Method: assemble
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 4 servings

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