Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups
A 7-ingredient lunch that takes 5-minutes to make. Oh, and these healthy turkey and cheese roll-ups contain 27 grams of protein to keep you full!
If you’re feeling stuck with what to pack for lunch, look no further.
These healthy turkey and cheese pinwheels are going to be your new favorite packable lunch. With only seven nourishing ingredients, this easy meal is packed with flavor and easy to take on-the-go. And with absolutely zero cooking, these roll-ups contain 27 grams of protein to keep you full for hours.
You’ll love this simple recipe for a make-ahead lunch you can take to work or school. And they take 5-minutes to make!
Why you’ll love turkey and cheese roll-ups
Quick: This simple recipe takes 5-minutes to prep for an easy make-ahead lunch.
Minimal ingredients: You’ll only need seven ingredients to make this filling and healthy meal.
High protein: Each serving contains an impressive 27 grams of protein to keep you full.
Packable: These yummy pinwheels store well in the fridge and can easily been taken on-the-go.
Yummy: This uncomplicated recipe is big on flavor. You’ll feel full and satisfied with these tasty turkey and cheese roll-ups.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make turkey and cheese pinwheels:
- Large wrap — a large whole wheat tortilla works great, or sub for any high fiber wrap you like
- Laughing cow cheese — sub for cream cheese if needed
- Elote seasoning — I got this from Trader Joe’s, but feel free to swap with any seasonings you like
- Crispy onions — you can usually find this with burger toppings or salad toppers
- Sharp cheddar — the recipe calls for finely shredded, but you can use slices too
- Deli turkey — our main protein source! Look for nitrate-free if you can
- Baby spinach — for micronutrients
Step-by-step instructions
Place tortilla on a cutting board.
Spread laughing cow cheese evenly over the tortilla.
Add elote seasoning and crumbled crispy onions, reaching the edges.
Sprinkle with an even layer of cheese.
Layer turkey slices gently over the cheese, reaching the edges.
Add spinach.
Tightly roll your tortilla, then slice into pinwheels. Serve and enjoy!
Tips and tricks
- Make sure all your ingredients are evenly distributed
- Make sure all ingredients reach the edge of the tortilla
- Roll your tortilla tightly to keep everything together when sliced
- Don’t over-stuff your tortilla or it won’t roll well
Alternative seasonings
If you don’t have elote seasoning, swap it for any of these seasoning blends:
- Green goddess
- Ranch
- Chili lime
- French onion
- Everything bagel
- Plain salt and pepper
How to store
Prepare and slice your turkey and cheese pinwheels as normal.
Then, transfer to a food container with a fitted lid. Make sure the pinwheels are packed tightly next to one another so they don’t unroll.
Store your roll-ups in the fridge for up to three days. If you’re bringing them to work or school, pack them in a cooler bag with an ice pack.
Frequently asked questions
You can buy elote seasoning from Trader Joe’s or on Amazon. If you can’t find it, use one of these alternative seasoning blends: green goddess, ranch, chili lime, french onion, everything bagel.
Sure! You can sub deli turkey slices for roast chicken or ham. You could also use finely chopped rotisserie chicken if desired.
Turkey and cheese roll-ups will stay good in the fridge for up to three days.
You can find crispy onions in most grocery stores, either near burger toppings or with salad toppers. If you can’t locate them, ask your grocery store to help!
I like using a large whole wheat tortilla for the extra fiber (and because they’re cost effective). If you’d prefer, you can use any high fiber and/or high protein wrap. I also like the Flatout ProteinUp Wraps for these pinwheels.
Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups
Ingredients
- 1 large high fiber tortilla or wrap
- 1 laughing cow cheese wedges, or 2 Tbsp light cream cheese
- elote seasoning, or seasoning of choice
- 2 Tbsp crispy onions
- 1/4 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar, or other cheese
- 3 oz deli turkey slices
- handful baby spinach
Instructions
- Place tortilla on a cutting board.
- Spread laughing cow cheese evenly over the tortilla.
- Add elote seasoning and crumbled crispy onions, reaching the edges.
- Sprinkle with an even layer of cheese.
- Layer turkey slices gently over the cheese, reaching the edges.
- Add spinach.
- Tightly roll your tortilla, then slice into pinwheels. Serve and enjoy!
