Smoked Salmon Cucumber Pinwheels (Printable)

Creamy dill cheese, smoked salmon, and cucumber wrapped in soft tortillas—perfect for entertaining or a savory snack.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy and Cheese

01 - 7 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
05 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

06 - 1/2 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, and finely diced

→ Fish

07 - 5 oz smoked salmon slices

→ Bread

08 - 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)

# Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, chopped dill, lemon juice, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and homogenous.
02 - Lay out the tortillas on a clean cutting board. Evenly distribute the cream cheese mixture over each tortilla, spreading to the edges using a spatula.
03 - Sprinkle finely diced cucumber evenly across the cream cheese layer on all tortillas.
04 - Place smoked salmon slices in a uniform layer over the cucumber on each tortilla.
05 - Starting at one edge, firmly roll each tortilla into a log. Wrap rolls in plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of one hour to allow the filling to set.
06 - Remove plastic wrap, trim the ends of each roll, and slice into pinwheels using a sharp knife. Each roll should yield six even pieces.
07 - Arrange pinwheels on a serving platter and present chilled.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The creamy filling pairs perfectly with crisp cucumber and silky salmon for a flavor combination that feels like a little secret indulgence.
  • I love how these pinwheels instantly elevate a simple gathering with minimal fuss and maximum charm.
02 -
  • If you skip chilling the rolls, the filling spills out and the slices collapse—patience really pays off.
  • Switching to gluten-free tortillas worked perfectly, but they need extra care when rolling to prevent cracks.
03 -
  • Chill the logs at least an hour before slicing—this little break makes all the difference.
  • Serve with lemon wedges on the side to let guests add a zesty kick.
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