Pinwheel Sandwiches are the perfect idea for any picnic, light lunch, or appetizer. Made in a flash and with only a few ingredients, you'll be reaching for these ham and cheese pinwheels over and over again!

Why You'll Love These Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

Fast. Make these tasty pinwheel sandwiches in less than 30 minutes.
Easy. Gather your ingredients, layer, roll, and enjoy! No cooking required!
Versatile. Use your favorite cuts of meat, veggies, or spreads to make your perfect pinwheel.
Minimal Ingredients. You'll only need 5 ingredients to make a delicious lunch or appetizer.

What Are Pinwheel Sandwiches Made Of?

As I mentioned earlier, pinwheel sandwiches can be very versatile, so feel free to swap out the filling to replicate your favorite sandwich.

Here's what I used to make my pinwheel sandwiches:

Ham- You can use honey roasted, black forest, or any other variety of ham lunch meat you have on hand.
Swiss Cheese- Thinly sliced varieties make the pinwheels easier to roll.
Lettuce- I used green leaf lettuce, but a red leaf, romaine, or iceberg also work well in this recipe.
Mayonnaise- This adds some additional moisture to the pinwheel sandwiches to keep the wraps from drying out.
Tortillas- I used low carb tortillas for my pinwheels, but any type or size of flour tortilla will work.

How Do You Make A Pinwheel Sandwich?

Wash and prepare your lettuce.
Spread a layer of mayonnaise to completely cover the top of your tortilla.
Completely cover the mayonnaise-covered tortilla with a layer of lettuce.
Cover the layer of lettuce with a layer of cheese.
Place a layer (or two if you're wanting a more filling pinwheel) with ham.
Starting from one end of the tortilla, tightly roll the filled tortilla shell to create a spiraled wrap.
Cut the wrap into 3" long pieces and serve.

Other Flavor Combinations

Turkey and Cheddar
Pepperoni and Provolone
Chicken and Pepperjack
Roast Beef and Havarti
Salami and Gouda

Tips And Tricks

Switch up the filling. Use your favorite combination of sliced meats and cheeses for your perfect pinwheel sandwich.
Try them warm. Skip the lettuce and then pop them in the air fryer for a crispy crust. Spray the outside of the tortilla lightly with oil or cooking spray and air fry at 375F for 4-5 minutes.
Get to dipping. Dip these ham and cheese pinwheels in your favorite dipping sauce. Try ranch, BBQ, or marinara sauce!

How Do You Get Pinwheels To Stick?

Pinwheels have a tendency to fall apart easily if they are not rolled properly or if they are prepared ahead of time and have a chance to unravel before they are enjoyed.

To ensure your pinwheels will stick you can use either one of my two tried and true methods:

Use toothpicks. If you're making these for an appetizer, stick a toothpick through each pinwheel sandwich to ensure they don't unravel and it will also provide a sanitary way to grab each portion.
Wrap and chill. If you're making these to pack in a lunch box or in a picnic basket, you can make them ahead of time and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. After wrapping them, allow them to chill for 20 minutes to an hour. This will help the mayo-covered tortilla hold its shape when cut.

How Long Do They Last?

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels are great for lunchbox meal prep. You can make them ahead of time and chill them in plastic wrap or an air tight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

If they are kept much longer than that, the texture of the tortilla can become soggy because of the moisture the mayonnaise and lunch meat release.

What To Serve With Them

While the standard side dish for a sandwich is potato chips, they usually aren't low carb. So, if you're watching your carbs, here are a few options to enjoy with your pinwheel sandwiches:

Air Fryer Jalapeno Poppers- A delicious appetizer with a kick of heat.
Keto Broccoli Salad- A low carb take on your favorite BBQ side dish.
Keto Tabouli- Skip the carbs without skipping the flavor in this salad.

More Delicious Light Meals

If you love quick and easy meals that don't leave you feeling overly full, check out some of these other light options:

Keto Tuna Salad- Just like sushi without all of the work.
Antipasto Salad- Keto, high in protein, and incredibly filling.
Miso Soup- Bursting with flavor and low carb.
Creamy Chicken Salad- Made with rotisserie chicken for a quick meal.
Stuffed Tomatoes- 5 exciting varieties to try and love!

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