Salami Pinwheels
These savory spirals of salami, cream cheese, and herbs create an irresistible visual appeal that promises flavor in every bite. Perfect for parties, game day, or elevating family dinners, these pinwheels offer a delicious solution that's ready in minutes but remembered long after the last bite.
Equipment
- Plastic wrap
- Offset Spatula
- Sharp Knife
Ingredients
Cream Cheese Mixture
- 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt for a lighter option
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Pinwheel Base & Fillings
- 8 oz thinly sliced hard salami approximately 24-30 slices
- 1/4 cup roasted red peppers diced, patted dry
- 1/4 cup green olives finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth and well blended. The texture should be spreadable but not runny.
- Fold in the chopped parsley, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. Mix until seasonings are evenly distributed.
- Lay a large piece of plastic wrap (approximately 12 inches in length) on your counter.
- Arrange salami slices in an overlapping pattern on the plastic wrap, creating a rectangular shape approximately 8x10 inches. Each slice should overlap the previous one by about 1/4 inch.
- Using an offset spatula, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the salami, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the diced roasted red peppers and chopped green olives (if using) evenly over the cream cheese layer. Press gently to adhere them to the cream cheese.
- Using the plastic wrap as a guide, tightly roll the salami from the long edge, similar to rolling a sushi roll. Apply even pressure as you roll to avoid air pockets.
- Once rolled, twist the ends of the plastic wrap to seal and further tighten the roll. The plastic wrap ends can be tied for extra security.
- Refrigerate the roll for at least 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours for make-ahead convenience).
- Remove from refrigerator and unwrap. With a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1/2-inch thick rounds, wiping the knife clean between cuts for the cleanest presentation.
- Arrange on a serving platter and serve immediately.
Notes
For a lighter version, use Neufchâtel cheese (1/3 less fat than regular cream cheese) and replace mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
For variation, you can swap cream cheese for a dairy-free alternative, replace salami with prosciutto, or use fresh herbs like basil or dill instead of parsley.
For a spicy kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the cream cheese mixture.
Best served within 24 hours of preparation for optimal texture and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 450mgSugar: 1g
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