Smoked Salmon Cucumber Pinwheels (Print Version)

Tortillas with smoked salmon, cucumber, and creamy dill cheese for a light, savory party bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy and Cheese

01 - 7 ounces 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 ounces smoked salmon slices

→ Bread

08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch diameter)

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a bowl, thoroughly combine the cream cheese, sour cream, dill, lemon juice, and black pepper until smooth and uniform.
02 - Lay the tortillas on a clean work surface. Evenly spread the cream cheese mixture over each tortilla, covering the entire surface.
03 - Distribute the finely diced cucumber evenly on top of the cream cheese layer on each tortilla.
04 - Arrange smoked salmon slices in a single, even layer over the cucumber.
05 - Starting at one end, roll each tortilla tightly into a log shape.
06 - Wrap each rolled tortilla securely in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm.
07 - Remove the plastic wrap, trim the ends, and slice each roll into 6 even pinwheels.
08 - Arrange the pinwheels on a platter and serve chilled.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elegant presentation with minimal effort, perfect for entertaining.
  • Bright and fresh flavors from cucumber and dill complement the smoked salmon beautifully.
  • No cooking required—ready in just 15 minutes plus chilling time.
  • Easy to customize with your favorite herbs or additional seasonings.
02 -
  • Use the freshest smoked salmon you can find for the best flavor.
  • Chill the pinwheels well before slicing so they hold their shape.
  • Try adding a thin layer of horseradish or mustard for a subtle kick.
  • Slice gently with a very sharp knife to avoid squashing the filling.
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