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The appetizer, Light and fresh

Turkey, cucumber and cream cheese wraps

These turkey, cucumber and cream cheese wraps are a fresh, no-cook appetizer for 6 people, rolled in wheat tortillas. They take 20 minutes of active work and come together entirely in the morning, then get sliced right before guests arrive. The recipe is very easy, costs €1.20 per person, and succeeds thanks to a layer of cream cheese spread all the way to the edge to seal the roll.

Little rolled up rounds in no time flat, turkey, cucumber and herbed cream cheese, perfect for a light bite.

Turkey, cucumber and cream cheese wraps
For
6 people
Work
20 min
Total time
40 min
Prep
Prepared the same day
Difficulty
Very easy
Cost per person
€1.20
Calories per person
170 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach

The crunch of cucumber, the tenderness of turkey and the creaminess of herbed cream cheese make these wraps a cool, no-cook bite, perfect once the weather turns warm. The wheat tortilla holds the tight roll well, and each slice reveals a colorful spiral once you cut it.

This is the ideal appetizer for a spring or summer get-together with friends, when you want light bites to nibble on standing up, drink in hand. Mon Chou likes to put these at the start of a menu that opens gently before a heartier main, or on a buffet table alongside other cold finger foods.

The schedule

What happens when, so you can be with your guests instead of in the kitchen.

  1. The day before Nothing to do
  2. The same day 3 steps, 30 min
  3. Before the guests arrive 1 step
  4. When it's time to serve 1 step

In the morning, prep the cucumber, fill and roll the wraps, then chill them for at least 30 minutes. Right before your guests arrive, slice them into rounds with a serrated knife. At serving time, stand the slices up on a platter with a touch of pepper.

The ingredients

6 people

Pantry

  • Wheat tortillas 6
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Dairy

  • Herbed cream cheese 200 g

Butcher

  • Thinly sliced turkey 6 slices

Fruits and vegetables

  • Cucumber 1
  • Baby salad greens 50 g

Allergens Gluten, Lactose

The recipe, moment by moment

The same dayDuring the day, whenever you get a moment.

  1. Seed the cucumber and cut it into thin sticks, then pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.

    Removing the seeds and patting dry keeps the wraps from going soft from the moisture.

  2. Spread each tortilla with cream cheese, then top with a slice of turkey, a few salad greens and a row of cucumber.

    Place the filling on the third of the tortilla closest to you, then roll without any effort.

  3. Roll each wrap up tightly, wrap it in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes. 30 min

    The cold firms up the cream cheese so the wrap slices cleanly.

Before the guests arriveThe last hour, right before the doorbell rings.

  1. Unwrap, trim the ends, then slice each wrap into 4 rounds with a serrated knife.

    A bread knife glides through without crushing the roll.

When it's time to serveThe final touches, right in front of your guests.

  1. Arrange the rounds standing up on a platter, with a touch of pepper on top.

    Alternate the ends facing up and the rolled sides, it makes a nice spiral pattern.

Our tips to get it right

  • Pick soft, not overly large tortillas, they roll more easily without cracking at the edges.
  • Use the turkey slices straight from the fridge, a cold filling holds its shape better while you roll.
  • If you're making a big batch, line the wraps up tightly in an airtight container in the fridge so they keep their shape before slicing.

The variations

  • Swap the turkey for ham or smoked salmon to change the filling without touching the rest of the recipe.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace the turkey with avocado slices or drained sun-dried tomatoes.
  • For kids, use plain cream cheese instead of herbed, and cut the wraps into slightly thicker slices that are easier to grab.

What to serve it with

  • A glass of chilled dry white wine
  • Homemade lemonade
  • Vegetable chips for extra crunch

Storage

Rolled wraps keep for 24 hours in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap. They don't freeze well, the cucumber and cream cheese release water once thawed. Slice them at the last moment so they stay neat.

Questions about this recipe

Can you use corn tortillas instead of wheat tortillas?

Corn tortillas are more brittle and tend to crack when rolled tight. Wheat tortillas are softer and work better for this kind of tightly rolled wrap.

How do you keep the wrap from getting soggy?

Seed the cucumber and pat it dry before adding it to the wrap. Cucumber water is the main reason wraps turn soft.

How many slices do you get per wrap?

Each rolled tortilla cuts into 4 rounds, so 6 tortillas give you 24 bites. That's a good base for an appetizer spread for 6 people alongside other bites.

Can you swap the herbed cream cheese for another cheese?

Yes, plain cream cheese or goat cheese spread work just as well and hold the roll together just as securely. The key is spreading it all the way to the edge so the wrap stays sealed.

Can turkey, cucumber and herbed cream cheese wraps be made ahead?

Yes, during the day. The recipe needs 20 min of work in total, split up like this, the same day, 3 steps, before the guests arrive, 1 step, when it's time to serve, 1 step.

How long does it take to make turkey, cucumber and herbed cream cheese wraps?

Allow 40 min in total, including resting and cooking time, of which 20 min is actual work. The recipe is rated "very easy".

How many calories are in turkey, cucumber and herbed cream cheese wraps?

About 170 kcal per person, for a recipe meant for 6 people. The calories are calculated by Kiloach, your kilo coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does turkey, cucumber and herbed cream cheese wraps cost?

About €1.20 per person, that's €7.20 for 6 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains gluten, lactose. Remember to ask your guests about their allergies before putting your menu together.

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