Veggie Delight Pinwheels Recipe

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A wholesome favorite for little food explorers! This recipe is a quick, colorful, and nutritious lunch for children. Veggie Delight Pinwheels are a hit with children. These bite-sized spirals are fun to look at, easy to handle, and packed with flavor and nutrients that support growing bodies.

Why Children Love It

Children are naturally drawn to bright colors and playful shapes; these pinwheels deliver on both. The rainbow of veggies, crisp red bell peppers, cool cucumbers, and sweet shredded carrots, adds visual appeal and a variety of textures. The creamy hummus and smooth slice of cheese bring everything together in a comforting and exciting way. Plus, the pinwheel shape makes eating veggies feel like a game, not a chore.

Nutritional Benefits

Whole Wheat Tortillas

Rich in fiber and complex carbohydrates, whole wheat tortillas help keep kids full and energized, supporting digestive health and sustained energy.

Cheese

A great source of calcium and protein, cheese contributes to strong bones and muscles. It also adds a familiar flavor that many kids enjoy. This recipe provides 1½ oz meat alternate, which helps meet protein needs.

Hummus

Made from chickpeas, hummus is packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fats. It’s also a good source of iron and folate, essential for brain development and red blood cell production.

Veggies

Bell peppers are high in vitamin C, which boosts immunity.

Cucumbers provide hydration and a refreshing crunch.

Carrots are loaded with beta-carotene, supporting eye health.

Meal Pattern Contribution

Six slices provide 1 ½ oz eq grains, 1 ½ oz meat alternate, ¼ cup of vegetables

The Child Lane Nutrition Program, a CACFP-hosted program that supports 500+ Family Child Care Home Providers in Los Angeles County and Orange County, scaled this veggie delight pinwheels recipe to 8 servings.

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Veggie Delight Pinwheels Recipe

Yield: 8 – (6 slices)

Prep time: 10 min

Total time: 20 min

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Ingredients

• 100% Whole wheat tortillas | 8 each

• Cheese, sliced | 8 – 1 oz slices

• Hummus | 1 cup

• Bell pepper, red | 1 cup

• Cucumber, | 1 cup

• Carrots, shredded | ¼ cup

Directions

1. Lay out one tortilla and place a slice of cheese in the center of the tortilla.

2. Spread 2 Tbsp of hummus over the cheese.

3. Add ¼ cup of mixed vegetables ( cucumber, bell pepper, carrots).

4. Roll the tortilla up and slice into 6 round pieces that look like pinwheels. This equals one serving. Repeat the process to make 8 servings.

Note: Age group 1-5 years old. Pair with 1% milk and fruit to make it a complete lunch.