Greek Salad Pinwheel Party Appetizer Food

GREEK SALAD PINWHEELS

Steps:

• In a food processor or blender, combine Feta cheese, Greek yogurt, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, black pepper and oregano well mixed and creamy.
• In a medium sized bowl, combine cucumber, tomatoes, olives, onion and parsley. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
• Warm tortillas slightly in the microwave, just enough to make the pliable (about 15-20 seconds). Lay one tortilla on a flat surface and spread ¼ of the feta mixture evenly on the tortilla, leaving about 1/3 of an inch around the edges. Scoop 1/4 of the cucumber mixture onto the tortilla and spread evenly.
• Roll tortilla into a log shape. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, then refrigerate logs for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
• When ready to serve, remove logs from the refrigerator. Unwrap and slice into even pieces using a sharp, serrated knife. Secure pinwheels with toothpicks if desired.
• Arrange on a serving platter and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

GREEK SALAD PINWHEELS

Steps:

• In small bowl, beat cream cheese and feta cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in cucumber.
• Place tortillas on microwavable plate or microwavable paper towel; microwave uncovered on High 10 to 15 seconds to soften. Spread about 1/4 cup cheese mixture over each tortilla. Top evenly with olives and tomatoes. Arrange 1/2 cup spinach on each tortilla to within 1/2 inch of edge. Roll up tightly; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours to blend flavors.
• Trim ends of rolled tortillas if desired. Cut each roll into eight 1-inch slices. Arrange with cut sides down on serving dish.

GREEK SALAD PINWHEEL PARTY APPETIZER

Steps:

• 1. In small bowl, beat cream cheese and feta cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth. Stir in cucumber.
• 2. Place tortillas on microwavable plate or microwavable paper towel; microwave uncovered on High 10 to 15 seconds to soften. Spread about 1/4 cup cheese mixture over each tortilla. Top evenly with olives and tomatoes. Arrange 1/2 cup spinach on each tortilla to within 1/2 inch of edge. Roll up tightly; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours to blend flavors.
• 3. Trim ends of rolled tortillas if desired. Cut each roll into eight 1-inch slices. Arrange with cut sides down on serving dish.

EGGPLANT SALAD APPETIZER

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
• Line a baking sheet with foil and brush with oil. Cut the eggplant in half lengthwise and place cut side down on the foil. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until the eggplant is soft. Cool until able to handle. Peel and chop the eggplant coarsely.
• In a small bowl, combine all remaining ingrediants and mix well. Add the eggplant and salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Remove from refrigerator and bring to room temperature before serving.

PINWHEEL APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Spread each flour tortilla with one-third of the semisoft cheese.
• Add a layer of the large basil leaves to cover cheese.
• Divide sweet pepper strips over the basil leaves 1-2 inches apart.
• Top with meat slices.
• Spread 1 teaspoons mayonnaise over the meat on each tortilla.
• Roll tortilla up tightly; wrap wach roll with plastic wrap.
• Chill for at least 2 hours to blend flavors.
• To serve: Cut each tortilla roll into 1-inch slices.
• If desired: Skewer each of the cut tortilla rolls onto frilly toothpicks.

SPINACH PINWHEEL APPETIZERS

Steps:

• In medium mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream and mayonnaise.
• Beat in dip mix.
• Add green onion, bacon bits and spinach (broken up into small clumps).
• Mix thoroughly.
• Spread mixture onto tortillas, leaving a 1/2" space around edge.
• Roll up each tortilla tightly, and wrap each in plastic wrap.
• Chill for several hours or overnight.
• To serve, cut off ends and cut into 1/2" slices.

PINWHEEL APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Blend cream cheese, onion, horseradish, and Worcestershire sauce until of spreading consistency.
• Separate the meat slices. Overlap the pieces slightly. Lay out three rows of meat in such a way that a rectangle is formed.
• Spread the cheese mixture over the meat and roll up jelly roll fashion.
• Chill thoroughly. Just before serving, slice into 1-inch slices.

GREEK PINWHEELS

Steps:

• Unfold puff pastry. Whisk egg and water; brush over pastry. Combine the remaining ingredients; spread over pastry to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style. Cut into twenty 1/2-in. slices., Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 425° until puffed and golden brown, 9-11 minutes. Serve warm.