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Fresh Rainbow Veggie Pinwheel Wraps for Kids

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These colorful and crunchy pinwheel wraps are an easy, healthy snack perfect for kids. They combine fresh veggies with a creamy spread rolled in soft tortillas, making a fun and nutritious treat.

Ingredients

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  • Large flour tortillas or whole wheat wraps (8-inch size)
  • 4 ounces softened cream cheese
  • 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 small red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cucumber, peeled if skin is thick, cut into thin strips
  • Optional: yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon fresh herbs like chopped parsley or basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the veggies: Wash all fresh produce well. Thinly slice the red and yellow bell peppers into strips about 2-3 inches long. Peel and slice the cucumber into thin ribbons or sticks. Shred the carrots finely. Set aside 1 cup of baby spinach leaves.
  2. Mix the spread: In a mixing bowl, combine 4 ounces (115 g) of softened cream cheese with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) plain Greek yogurt. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Stir until smooth and creamy.
  3. Spread on the wrap: Lay one tortilla flat on a clean surface. Using a spatula, spread about 3 tablespoons (45 g) of the cream cheese mixture evenly over the entire surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Layer the veggies: Arrange the baby spinach leaves evenly over the cream cheese. Next, add shredded carrots, bell pepper strips, and cucumber ribbons in neat rows. Sprinkle chopped fresh herbs if using.
  5. Roll tightly: Carefully roll the tortilla from one edge to the other, keeping the filling tucked in as you go. Use your fingers to gently press the roll tight but not squished. Wrap the rolled tortilla tightly in plastic wrap to help it hold its shape.
  6. Chill: Place the wrapped roll in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to firm up the cream cheese and make slicing easier.
  7. Slice into pinwheels: After chilling, unwrap the roll and slice into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick rounds using a sharp serrated knife. Arrange the pinwheels on a serving plate, colorful side up. You should get about 8-10 pinwheels per wrap.

Notes

Pat veggies dry to prevent soggy wraps. Chill the rolled wraps before slicing to keep pinwheels intact. Use a serrated knife for clean slices. Wrap tightly but not too tight to avoid tearing.

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