Reuben Pinwheels
Easy Reuben Pinwheels are a quick and crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines all the classic flavors of a Reuben sandwich—savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, creamy Thousand Island dressing, and melted Swiss cheese—rolled in soft flour tortillas and sliced into bite-sized pinwheels. Perfect for parties and casual gatherings, they are simple to make, highly customizable, and visually appealing with colorful swirling layers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10-15 minutes
- Yield: 16 pinwheels (4 tortillas, 4 pinwheels each)
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required (assembly and chilling)
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if gluten-free tortillas used)
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Flour Tortillas – 4 large, soft and pliable
- Corned Beef – 8 oz, thinly sliced
- Swiss Cheese – 4 oz, sliced
- Sauerkraut – 1/2 cup, drained
- Thousand Island Dressing – 1/2 cup
Instructions
- Prepare Your Work Surface: Lay out a large, clean cutting board or countertop space to assemble and roll the pinwheels comfortably.
- Spread Thousand Island Dressing: Evenly spread a generous layer of Thousand Island dressing over each flour tortilla, ensuring complete coverage for flavor in every bite.
- Layer the Ingredients: Place an even layer of thinly sliced corned beef over the dressing, followed by a thin spread of sauerkraut, and top with Swiss cheese slices.
- Roll Tightly: Carefully roll the tortilla from one edge to the other, creating a firm but gentle spiral to hold all ingredients together without tearing.
- Slice into Pinwheels: Using a sharp knife, cut the roll into 1 to 1.5 inch thick rounds to create perfect bite-sized snacks with visible colorful spirals.
- Chill or Serve: Place the pinwheels on a serving platter immediately, or refrigerate for 30 minutes for firmer pinwheels that are easier to handle.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality corned beef and sauerkraut for the best flavor.
- Don’t overfill the tortillas to avoid tearing during rolling.
- Use a sharp knife to achieve clean slices and prevent squashing the roll.
- Chilling the rolled tortillas before slicing helps them hold their shape better.
- Serve with extra Thousand Island or Russian dressing for dipping to enhance the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pinwheels
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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