Best 5 Taco Pinwheels Appetizers Recipes

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Are you looking for the perfect appetizer to wow your friends and family? Look no further than taco pinwheels! These delightful treats are easy to make, bursting with flavor, and sure to be a hit at any party or gathering. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and filling appetizer that everyone will love. Whether you prefer a classic taco flavor or something more unique, there are endless variations of taco pinwheels to choose from. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get started on creating the best taco pinwheels appetizers!

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TACO PINWHEELS



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These pinwheels come together quickly when you start with leftover taco meat. They make an appealing party appetizer served with salsa, or a fun lunch option with a salad on the side. -Cindy Reams, Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3 dozen pinwheels.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup Seasoned Taco Meat
1/4 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup salsa
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
5 flour tortillas (8 inches), room temperature
1/2 cup shredded lettuce
Additional salsa

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the taco meat, cheese, salsa, mayonnaise, olives and onion. Spread over tortillas. Sprinkle with lettuce; roll up tightly. Wrap securely and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Unwrap and cut into 1-in. pieces. Serve with additional salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

TACO PINWHEELS APPETIZERS



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The colorful tomatoes, lettuce and chilies make these bite-size snacks a perfect addition to a holiday buffet. -Beverly Matthews, Pasco, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
8 flour tortillas (10 inches), room temperature
3 cups shredded lettuce
2 large tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1 cup finely chopped ripe olives
Salsa

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and taco seasoning until blended. Stir in the refried beans. Spread 3-4 tablespoons over each tortilla. Layer lettuce, tomatoes, chilies and olives down the center of each tortilla; roll up tightly to 2-in. diameter. , Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Cut into 1-in. slices. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

TACO PINWHEEL RECIPE



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This simple Taco Pinwheel Recipe is going to be your new go to appetizer. An easy game day snack with tons of great flavor and you make them ahead of time!

Provided by Lisa Longley

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 cup Colby Jack cheese (shredded)
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
2 green onions (diced 1 inch into the green)
1/2 cup black olives (sliced)
2 tablespoons pickled jalapeños (diced)
5 flour tortillas ((10 inch tortillas))

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, with a hand held mixer, beat the cream cheese, shredded cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning until well combined and smooth.
  • Stir in the green onions, black olives, and jalapeños.
  • Spread the mixture evenly over 5 flour tortillas. Roll up the tortillas tightly and wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator for at least four hours or up to 24 hours.
  • Before serving, take off the plastic wrap. Slice each roll up in half, and then cut three one inch pinwheels, working from the cut end out. Discard the roll that is made out of the end of the tortilla. You should have 6 one inch thick pinwheels from each tortilla roll up.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 pinwheel, Calories 75 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Sodium 152 mg, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 1 g

TACO PINWHEELS



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Roll up lots of flavor into these Taco Pinwheels. With ground beef, onions, tomatoes, taco seasoning and more, you'll pack all the delicious flavors of your favorite handheld into wonderfully flaky crescent dough. Try these Taco Pinwheels this weekend!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 servings (2 pinwheels each)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 cup each chopped onions and tomatoes
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
4 tsp. TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 can (8 oz.) refrigerated crescent dough sheet
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Brown beef with onions and tomatoes in large skillet over medium heat; drain. Return meat mixture to skillet; stir in dressing and seasoning mix. Cool completely.
  • Unroll crescent dough onto lightly floured surface; press into 12x10-inch rectangle. Sprinkle with cheese to within 1 inch of all sides; cover with beef mixture.
  • Roll up dough, starting at one long side; press seams together to seal. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 15 min.
  • Heat oven to 375ºF. Transfer roll-up to cutting board; cut into 12 slices. Place, cut sides up, on parchment-covered baking sheet. Press tops of pinwheels to flatten slightly.
  • Bake 18 to 20 min. or until golden brown. Let stand 1 min. before removing pinwheels from baking sheet to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 520 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 14 g

CREAMY TACO ROLL-UPS



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A medley of diced green chiles, green onions, and chopped black olives in a spicy creamy mixture is rolled up into bite-sized pinwheels. Easy and fast to make!

Provided by Laurenluvs17

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
2 tablespoons salsa
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
1 (4 ounce) can pitted black olives, drained and chopped
1 bunch green onions, diced
12 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, hot sauce, and taco seasoning together with an electric mixer in a bowl until smooth. Fold in green chiles, black olives, and green onions.
  • Spread a thin layer of cream cheese mixture onto each flour tortilla. Roll up each tortilla. Chill for 30 minutes; cut into bite-sized slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 969.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • To make the pinwheels easier to roll, use a sharp knife to cut the tortillas into thin strips.
  • If the tortillas are too dry, they will crack when you roll them. To prevent this, warm them up in the microwave for a few seconds before assembling the pinwheels.
  • Be careful not to overfill the pinwheels, or they will be difficult to roll and may fall apart.
  • If you are making the pinwheels ahead of time, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. When you are ready to serve them, let them come to room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking.
  • Serve the pinwheels with your favorite dipping sauce, such as salsa, guacamole, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Taco pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty snack or party food that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give taco pinwheels a try!

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