This vegan pinwheels recipe is the perfect lunchtime or snack solution when you're in a rush. It requires absolutely NO cooking and takes just a few minutes to make. The colorful and crunchy veggies combined with creamy hummus make each bite so delicious and satisfying.
I reach for these when I need some that's quick and easy while also craving something healthy and satisfying. Even better, they look spectacular and taste amazing so they make the perfect appetizer for guests whether it's for the holidays or just hanging out.
Along with my vegan spinach dip, they're the perfect snack for any occasion and always a hit for parties. The best part is I can also prepare them for a simple and healthy lunch. It's a win-win!
If you love this easy appetizer recipe you might also love this vegan tortilla wrap or my sweet tortilla wrap.
What You'll Need to Make Tortilla Pinwheels
Everything you need is easy to find at most grocery stores!
- Tortillas: Use your favorite flour tortillas! I love to experiment with different flavors for an extra splash of color. Use gluten-free tortillas option if necessary.
- Hummus: Use your favorite store-bought brand or make homemade hummus instead. If you're feeling adventurous try making your pinwheels with roasted beet hummus or avocado hummus instead.
- Veggies: These veggie pinwheels work great with a variety of vegetables for color and texture. I am using red bell pepper, carrot, yellow bell pepper, cucumber, fresh baby spinach, and red cabbage.
Substitutions and Variations
- Swap the Hummus: Vegan cream cheese, flavored mashed beans, or bean dip also works well!
- Fresh Vegetables: Experiment with different combinations of your favorite veggies or those you have on hand. Just about anything you enjoy raw will work well. Red onions, green onions, different colored bell peppers, lettuce, kale, roasted red peppers, black olives, and sun-dried tomatoes are a few options.
- Spicy: Add a few dashes of hot sauce over the hummus or consider layering in some pickled jalapenos.
- Different Flavors: If using plain hummus you can add some herbs such as fresh basil, parsley, or cilantro, or even a spread of pesto to change up the taste.
- Cheesy: Sprinkle your favorite vegan cheese over the hummus for a cheesy vegan version of this easy finger food.
How to Make Vegan Pinwheels
Here's how to assemble your vegan tortilla pinwheels using simple ingredients to enjoy for a quick snack or meal. Be sure to check the recipe card at the end of the page for all the details.
- Spread a generous layer of hummus over the top of the entire tortilla.
- Line up the veggies on top of the tortilla.
- Tightly roll the tortilla up and then cut the rolled tortilla into pieces.
- Line up your pinwheel sandwiches on a plate and enjoy!
How to Store
Once cut, your vegetable pinwheels are best enjoyed immediately or within a few hours. This recipe is variable so you can make just one at a time or more if you're serving others.
You can make the rolls slightly in advance but wait to cut them until right before serving. Store the rolls seam-side down and cover them with plastic wrap to keep them from drying out. They will keep in the fridge for 1-2 days.
You can also prep all your veggies up and store them in the fridge for the week so you can quickly and easily make pinwheels when the craving strikes.
Recipe Tips
- Use Brightly Colored Veggies. This creates a much more striking look but also provides you with a wide array of nutrients.
- Make Sure to Roll Tightly. This ensures your pinwheels will stay together.
- Cutting Your Pinwheels. Use a sharp knife or serrated knife and a gentle sawing motion when cutting them to keep them from squishing.
- Carry on the Go. These truly are best enjoyed immediately after cutting but I've also taken them with me for lunch on the go. They do soften up a little bit but are still quite tasty. Just be sure to place them tightly together in a container lunch box in a single layer.
Frequently Asked Questions
It starts with adding enough hummus to the tortilla which will act like the glue for the veggies. Then make sure you tightly roll them up. If they seem too loose after slicing you can always skewer them with a toothpick or appetizer pick to hold them together.
Start rolling the tortilla from one end. As you’re rolling, make sure you are using gentle pressure to make it tight. The hummus will help seal the tortilla closed. If it seems a bit loose you can chill it which may firm up the hummus a bit more and make it easier to cut them without them falling apart.
More Vegan Appetizer Recipes
Vegan Veggie Pinwheels
Ingredients
- tortillas
- hummus
- red pepper
- carrot
- yellow pepper
- cucumber
- spinach
- red cabbage
Instructions
- Start by thinly slicing all of your veggies.
- Generously spread hummus on the tortilla, then start lining up the veggies.
- Tightly roll the tortilla, cut it into pieces, then line them on a plate and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Brightly Colored Veggies. This creates a much more striking look but also provides you with a wide array of nutrients.
- Make Sure to Roll Tightly. This ensures your pinwheels will stay together.
- Cutting Your Pinwheels. Use a sharp knife and a gentle sawing motion when cutting them to keep them from squishing.
- Carry on the Go. These truly are best enjoyed immediately after cutting but I've also taken them with me for lunch on the go. They do soften up a little bit but are still quite tasty. Just be sure to place them tightly together in a container in a single layer.
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