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Cucumber Pinwheels

Cucumber Pinwheels: Refreshing Creamy Bites for Any Occasion

Cucumber Pinwheels are refreshing and creamy bites perfect for any occasion, easy to prepare and customizable.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 pinwheels
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pinwheels
  • 2-3 cucumbers Cucumber Use English or seedless cucumbers.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Dairy-free option available.
  • 2 tbsp Everything Bagel Seasoning Generously sprinkle for taste.
  • 4 oz Smoked Salmon Can swap for deli turkey or chicken.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Dill Can replace with chives if preferred.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 medium Avocado Sliced for extra creaminess.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Sliced for spicy kick.
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs Mix into cream cheese.
  • 1 cup Radishes or Bell Peppers Thinly sliced for extra crunch.

Equipment

  • Mandoline or sharp vegetable peeler
  • Small spatula
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Creamy Cucumber Pinwheels
  1. Wash 2–3 cucumbers thoroughly and slice lengthwise into 1/8-inch thick strips using a mandoline.
  2. Stack cucumber strips in groups and pat dry to prevent sogginess.
  3. Spread a layer of cream cheese over each cucumber strip, leaving a small margin at the edges.
  4. Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning over the cream cheese and add slivers of smoked salmon.
  5. Roll each cucumber strip tightly from one end to the other, encasing the filling.
  6. Refrigerate the rolled pinwheels for at least 30 minutes before slicing.
  7. Use a sharp knife to slice the pinwheels into 1-inch thick pieces and arrange on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pinwheelCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure slices are well-dried to avoid sogginess and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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