These colorful Hummus Veggie Pinwheels are perfect to prep for a busy work week or as a healthy back-to-school snack. Packed with fresh, vibrant veggies, these pinwheels are not just tasty-they're incredibly quick to make too. Plus, you get to customize with your favorite veggies, leafy greens, and hummus.
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Why you'll love it
These delish pinwheel bites are not only nutritious-but also super easy to make. Perfect for meal prep, picnics, a quick lunch on the go, or a satisfying snack, here's why you'll love them:
- Customizable: Tailor these pinwheels to your taste with your favorite veggies and hummus of your choice.
- Healthy: Packed with an array of vitamins and fiber from fresh vegetables, plus some plant-based protein and fats from your choice of hummus.
- Convenient: These pinwheels are an ideal make-ahead snack for busy days or spontaneous snacking.
Is it healthy?
Absolutely! Here's why these colorful veggie pinwheels are a healthy choice:
- Whole Wheat Tortillas: Packed with fiber and complex carbohydrates from whole grains, these tortillas can help provide sustained energy and support digestive health.
- Hummus: Hummus provides a boost of plant-based protein and fiber. Plus, research shows how the fiber in hummus can help support a healthy gut.
- Fresh Veggies: The vibrant mix of veggies is loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. These nutrients help support a strong immune system, healthy skin, and overall well-being.
Ingredients you'll need
To whip up these tasty pinwheels, all you need is 4 ingredients.
- Whole Wheat: These serve as a nutritious and hearty base for your wraps, providing fiber and whole grains.
- Hummus: This chickpea spreads add a burst of flavor and moisture..
- Romaine or Leafy Greens: Crispy greens add a delightful crunch and help keep the wraps from becoming soggy.
- Veggies of Your Choice: Go with bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, cabbage, or any favorites. Just be sure to pat them dry to avoid making the wraps soggy. I love using greenhouse grown veggies from Nature Fresh Farms (#nutritionpartner) that have next level flavorful & CRUNCH.
How to make pinwheels
Follow these easy steps to create your colorful veggie pinwheels.
1. Prepare the tortillas
Lay out your tortillas and spread a thin layer of hummus over each one (about 2 tablespoons per wrap). This will add flavor and moisture to your pinwheels.
2. Add the lettuce
Place a crisp, dried romaine leaf on top of the spread. Press it down gently to ensure it sticks.
3. Layer the veggies
Arrange your sliced veggies in neat horizontal rows evenly across the lettuce leaf.. Be creative with your colors and textures!
4. Roll and slice
Roll each tortilla tightly from one end to the other, going in the direction of the horizontal rows of veggies.Slice into 1-inch pinwheels for easy, bite-sized snacks.
5. Store in the fridge
Keep your pinwheels fresh by storing them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Perfect for a quick, grab-and-go snack or lunch!
Recipe tips and tricks
- Serving Tips: If you're hoping to add a bit more protein, feel free to add thin sliced cheese or deli meat on top before rolling. Turkey pinwheels would be delicious here!
- Troubleshooting Tips: If you're finding that your tortillas are cracking, try warming them up for 10 seconds before spreading the hummus. This will make them more pliable and easier to roll.
- Scaling Tips: Got a crowd to feed? No problem! Just double or triple the recipe for a larger gathering. Simply increase the ingredients proportionally.
Customize it your way
Like all of my other recipes, these Veggie Pinwheels are all about making them your own. Here's how you can customize them to fit your taste:
- Leafy green of your choice: Add some variety by using spinach, kale, or arugula for a peppery kick. Or stick with crisp romaine for a classic crunch.
- Hummus of your choice: Mix things up with different flavors of hummus, like roasted red pepper or everything bagel seasoning. If you're not a hummus fan, try using guacamole. Guacamole adds heart-healthy monounsaturated fats that support heart health and help to reduce inflammation.
- Veggies of your choice: Get creative with your veggie choices! Try adding shredded beets for a vibrant color, thinly sliced radishes for a bit of crunch, or even roasted veggies for a unique flavor twist.!
Can I make veggie pinwheels ahead of time?
Absolutely! These pinwheels are perfect for meal prep and back-to-school lunches. Just roll and slice them, then store in the fridge. They'll stay fresh and delicious for about 3 days. This makes them a nice option for a busy week when you need a healthy snack ready to go.
How do I store leftovers?
To keep your pinwheels fresh, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. These pinwheels don't freeze well so they're best eaten fresh.
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Colorful Hummus Veggie Pinwheels
Ingredients
- 6 - 8-inch whole wheat tortillas*
- 1 cup hummus of your choice (classic, everything bagel, pine nut, roasted red pepper, southwest, garlic, caramelized onion, etc.)
- 6 large leaves of leafy greens of your choice, washed and completely dried (I typically use a large romaine leaf but you could also use kale, spinach leaves, or chard. It's important for the leaves to be dried so it doesn't get the tortillas soggy)
- 6 cups veggies of your choice, sliced into matchsticks (bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, tomatoes, cabbage, etc. Try to pat the veggies dry with a paper towel before adding so the wrap doesn't get soggy - especially watery veggies like cucumber)
Instructions
- Lay out tortillas and spread a thin layer of hummus over each one (about 2 tablespoons per wrap).
- Place dried lettuce leaf or leafy green on top of the hummus. Press the lettuce or leafy green down to flatten if needed.
- Arrange the sliced veggies evenly across the lettuce leaf in horizontal rows.
- Roll each wrap tightly towards the horizontal rows of veggies then slice into 1-inch pinwheels.
- Store pinwheels in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
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