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Fresh Caprese Pinwheel Wraps with Basil Pesto

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A quick and easy recipe featuring creamy mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and fragrant basil pesto rolled into soft flour tortillas for a fresh, light, and satisfying snack or lunch.

Ingredients

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  • Large flour tortillas or wraps, about 10 inches (25 cm) in diameter
  • 8 ounces (225 g) fresh mozzarella, sliced thin
  • 2 medium ripe Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 15–20 fresh basil leaves, washed and patted dry
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) basil pesto, homemade or store-bought
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Balsamic glaze (optional), for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Lay out one large tortilla on a clean, flat surface or cutting board.
  2. Spread about 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of basil pesto evenly over the entire surface of the tortilla using a spatula or butter knife.
  3. Arrange thin mozzarella slices evenly across the pesto layer, leaving about a 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) border around the edges.
  4. Place the thinly sliced tomatoes over the mozzarella, overlapping slightly.
  5. Scatter fresh basil leaves evenly on top of the tomatoes.
  6. Sprinkle a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper over the layers.
  7. Drizzle about 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of extra virgin olive oil over the layers.
  8. Starting from one edge, roll the tortilla tightly but gently to form a log.
  9. Wrap the rolled tortilla in plastic wrap or parchment paper and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to help set the shape.
  10. Using a sharp knife, slice the roll into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick pinwheels, yielding about 6-8 pinwheels per wrap.
  11. Optionally, drizzle balsamic glaze over the pinwheels or serve it on the side for dipping.

Notes

For best results, slice tomatoes very thin and pat dry to avoid soggy wraps. Slightly warm pesto before spreading for easier application. Chill wrapped tortillas before slicing to maintain shape. Use a serrated knife if needed to prevent squishing. Can be prepared up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator. Not recommended to freeze due to fresh ingredients.

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Keywords: Caprese, pinwheel wraps, basil pesto, mozzarella, tomatoes, quick lunch, appetizer, fresh, easy recipe

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