Irresistible Taco Pinwheel Appetizers Ready in 30 Minutes
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Easy Taco Pinwheel Appetizers are the ultimate party snack packed with flavor and fun. Perfect for game day or any gathering.
- Author: Caroline Jones
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Cooking spray or oil for greasing
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet until fully cooked. Add taco seasoning and water, then simmer until thickened.
- Stir in salsa and both shredded cheeses while the beef mixture is still warm.
- Lay out tortillas and spread the mixture evenly. Roll them tightly.
- Slice the rolls into 1-inch pinwheels and place them on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Sprinkle fresh cilantro on top and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, lightly spray the pinwheels with cooking spray before baking.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef.
- Serve with sour cream or guacamole for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 60mg