Turkey Wraps

My daughter loves ordering a wrap when we go out for lunch. There's something so appealing about a neatly wrapped meal all bundled in a tasty tortilla.

Turkey Wrap Pinwheels

Since she loves wraps so much, I decided I needed to create them at home for her. Through trial and error, I discovered the secrets to making wraps that are not only delicious but also hold together perfectly.

Part of the fun of wraps is the way they are cut. We experimented and came up with a few different restaurant-quality ideas, perfect lunch at home or for packing into a lunch box.

What you'll need for a Turkey Club Wrap

The wrap

I used three different flavors of wraps - spinach and herb, sun-dried tomato, and rosemary garlic. You could also use plain tortillas as well. The flavored wraps offer fun colors and a touch of extra taste.

When serving at a party, I like to use a variety because it makes such a great presentation. Pick your favorite or choose all three!

The filling

Use your favorite meat, cheese, and extras when making these wraps. I used turkey, bacon, cheddar, red onions, micro greens, and lettuce. You could also make these completely vegetarian if preferred. Other options include:

• Ham, roast beef, pastrami, salami
• Swiss, Colby, pepper jack,
• Pepperoncini peppers, sprouts, olives, cucumbers, bell peppers, avocado
• Mayonnaise, mustard, hummus, cream cheese

The spread

I used a basil cream cheese mixture for the spread. It adds a lot of flavor, and it also acts as the glue and holds the wrap together. You could also use basil mayo, chipotle mayo, plain mayo, garlic hummus, or your favorite condiment.

How to fill a wrap

1. Cover wrap with cream cheese mixture or mayonnaise. This is what will keep your wrap together, so cover all the way to the edges.
2. Add meat over the entire wrap. Keep a one-inch border around the sides and end of the wrap.
3. Add cheese, bacon, onions, and lettuce on one end of the wrap
4. Roll wrap tightly.

How to cut a wrap

There are several ways to cut a wrap. It all depends on your personal preference and how you are eating them.

1. Leave the wrap whole - this is the easiest way. If I'm making it just for me and in a hurry, I will often just roll up the wrap and eat it whole.
2. Cut the wrap in half - perfect for lunch boxes or for sharing
3. Make a fancy cut - makes a fun presentation for family or guests. This cut makes you feel like you are eating at a restaurant! Cut off the ends of the wrap. Cut the wrap in half and then each half into a diagonal slice. (See pictures below)
4. Slice into small rounds - great for a crowd or a party. When slicing into rounds, it's best to refrigerate the wraps for at least one hour prior to slicing. Wrap the rolled wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate. This helps everything stay together and helps keep the wrap from falling apart. Slice off the ends and then cut the wrap into two-inch slices.

Tips for making Turkey Wraps

• Use your favorite sandwich fixings. Swap out ingredients you like or have on hand.
• When making ahead of time, don't add wet or juicy items. I only add tomatoes when I am going to eat the wrap right away. Otherwise, it tends to make the wrap soggy.
• Don't overfill the wrap.
• When filling the wrap, don't fill it all the way to the sides or the end. This makes a messy wrap and the ingredients tend to spill out.

I like to serve these turkey club wraps with homemade potato chips and black bean and corn salad or orzo pasta salad.

If you love these wraps, you'll also want to check out these Italian Pinwheels! Same basic idea, different filling. Or try these Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels.

Want more delicious finger foods? Check out these roast beef sliders!

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