Get ready to add some zest to your snack game with Protein Dense Fiesta Pinwheels! Bursting with flavor and packed with protein, these pinwheels are not only delicious but also a nutritious option for any time of day. Imagine a colorful medley of fresh veggies, savory beans, and creamy cheese, all rolled up in a soft tortilla and sliced into bite-sized pinwheels. Whether you need a quick energy boost after a workout or a satisfying party appetizer, these Fiesta Pinwheels are sure to be a hit. Let’s roll up some goodness and get ready to indulge in a protein-packed fiesta!
Ingredients
- 2 Mission Tortilla Wraps (such as Garden Spinach flavor)
- Alternatively, you can use flour tortillas or any other tortilla of your choice (preferably burrito size for easier filling and rolling), or even lavash bread for experimentation.
- Approximately 0.75 cup of Good Culture Low-fat Cottage Cheese
- Around 0.75 cup of mixed peppers, diced (feel free to add any other veggies you like)
- 1/2 jalapeño, diced (adjust amount based on desired spiciness)
- 1 tablespoon of Hidden Valley Fiesta Ranch seasoning (you can increase up to 2 tablespoons for stronger flavor)
- 2 teaspoons of taco seasoning, 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of chili powder or paprika
- Optional: baby spinach and cheese for extra flavor, and your favorite hot sauce
Instructions
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Mix diced veggies, blended cottage cheese, and seasonings in a medium-sized bowl.
- Scoop generous amount of mixture onto a tortilla and roll tightly.
- Optional: Layer in spinach and shredded cheese for extra flavor.
- Wrap each rolled tortilla tightly in cling wrap and refrigerate for a few hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, slice into ~1 inch pieces using a sharp knife.
- Arrange slices on a platter, shaping them into a football if desired.
- Serve with dipping sauces, salsa, or hot sauces. Enjoy!