Best 3 Tuna Pinwheels Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful Tuna Pinwheels, a culinary journey that harmonizes convenience, versatility, and irresistible taste. These delightful treats, crafted with a flaky crescent roll dough, are generously filled with a symphony of flavors, featuring creamy tuna salad, crisp celery, vibrant red onion, and tangy dill pickles, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese.

The Tuna Salad Pinwheels recipe takes center stage, offering a classic and beloved combination of tuna, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and seasonings, nestled within buttery crescent rolls. For those seeking a lighter option, the Lightened-Up Tuna Pinwheels recipe presents a guilt-free indulgence, utilizing Greek yogurt and reduced-fat mayonnaise to create a healthier yet equally delicious filling.

Venturing beyond the traditional, the recipe for Southwestern Tuna Pinwheels introduces a vibrant twist, incorporating a blend of zesty spices and colorful ingredients like corn, black beans, and bell peppers, all harmoniously united with tuna and cream cheese. And for a touch of Mediterranean flair, the Mediterranean Tuna Pinwheels offer a delectable filling of tuna, sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese, sure to transport your taste buds to the shores of Greece.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TUNA PINWHEELS



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Cooking class recipe, from when I taught cooking to the 8 th grade students.

Provided by Pat Duran

Categories     Gravies

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb pkg. frozen peas, thawed and divided
12 oz can albacore tuna in water, drained,flaked
10 oz can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 recipe, from box for bisquick rolled biscuits
Note: 1 1/4 c. of leftover chicken ,turkey, scrambled beef or pork can be used instead of tuna or shrimp
SAUCE:
10 oz can mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 c milk
8 oz reserved peas

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 450^. Cover peas with boiling water and heat to boiling, drain immediately. Combine 1/2 the peas with the tuna and soup. Set aside. Prepare Bisquick mix according to package directions for rolled biscuits. Roll into a 15 inch square- 1/2 inch thick. Spread with the tuna mixture; roll as for a jelly roll. Seal edge. Cut roll into 16 slices 3/4 inch thick; place cut side down on greased baking sheet. Bake 22 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with sauce on top of each serving. --- Sauce: Combine reserved peas, soup and 1/2 cup of milk; blend well. Place over low heat, stir occasionally until hot. --- Note: Other soup may be used in the sauce. Try cream of shrimp, celery or cheese or cream of chicken- you see where I'm going -experiment already!

TUNA PUFF PASTRY PINWHEELS



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My Tuna Puff Pastry Pinwheels are the ultimate, easily prepared appetiser, suitable to serve either hot or at room temperature. However, they are not just for entertaining; they are great served as snacks or ideal to add to school or work lunch boxes.

Provided by Alexandra

Categories     Appetiser     Snack

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sheet puff pastry (See Note 1)
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium brown/yellow onion - finely diced
185 g (6.5 oz) canned tuna in oil - well-drained (See Note 2)
1/3 cup cheddar cheese - grated (See Note 3)
3 tbsp flat-leaf parsley - finely chopped (See Notes 4 and 5)
1 tsp lemon zest (See Note 6)
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper - optional
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 200 degrees C (390 F). Prepare a baking tray with baking paper.Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and defrost. Return pastry to fridge once desfrosted to keep chilled.
  • Finely chop your onion, and fry gently in olive oil for about 8-10 minutes, or until slightly caramelised. Set aside to cool.
  • Drain the can of tuna and add to a medium size bowl. Mash to break up any large pieces.
  • Add the cooked onion and remaining ingredients to the tuna, and mix well to combine.Check that the seasoning is to your taste, adding more salt, pepper or lemon zest if necessary.
  • Top the pastry with your tuna mixture. Evenly spread mixture, being sure to leave a small gap around the edge of the pastry.Using the back of a spoon or rubber spatula, press down on the mixture to compact it.
  • Slowly start to roll the pastry from the end nearest you. Keep rolling forward, reasonably firmly, keeping it as tight as possible, until you have come to the end of the roll.Return the puff pastry to the refrigerator for about 15 minutes to firm up.
  • Using a serrated knife, trim the ends and discard.Then, using the same knife, slice each pinwheel approximately 1.5 cm (1/2 ") thick.
  • Place your pinwheels on a baking tray. If a little mixture falls out, just push it back in gently. See Note 7.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and the pastry is cooked through.Serve warm from the oven or allow to cool to room temperature (this is my favourite way to enjoy them!)
  • If making in advance, store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a pre-heated oven at 180 degrees C (350 F) for about 7 minutes to crisp the pastry.They also freeze well. Allow them to cool completely then arrange them on a single layer on a baking tray and place in the freezer. When frozen, you can store them in an airtight container or zip-lock bag for up to two months. You can reheat them from frozen by placing in a pre-heated oven at 180 degrees C (350 F) for about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 87 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

MOTHERS BEST TUNA PINWHEELS



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Make and share this Mothers Best Tuna Pinwheels recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Tuna

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups flour
2 1/4 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons shortening
1/2 cup milk
1 tablespoon milk
1 1/4 cups tuna, 7 oz can
1/2 cup celery, finely diced
1 teaspoon onion, grated
2 tablespoons parsley, diced
6 tablespoons cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup milk
7/8 cup cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup American cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together.
  • Blend in shortening.
  • When mixture looks like coarse corn meal, add milk.
  • Turn onto floured board.
  • Roll out into a sheet 8 inches square.
  • Mix tuna, celery, onion, parsley, and 6 tablespoons cream of mushroom soup together. Cover dough.
  • Roll up like a jelly roll.
  • Cut into 8 slices.
  • Place slices close together on a greased baking sheet, cut side down.
  • Bake 30 minutes or until brown.
  • Meanwhile, for the sauce, heat milk and rest of can of cream of mushroom soup.
  • Stir in cheese and cook until bubbly, stirring constantly.
  • Serve sauce over pinwheels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.5, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 6.9, Sodium 940.6, Carbohydrate 41.8, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 1, Protein 7.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality tuna. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pinwheels.
  • Don't overmix the tuna salad. Otherwise, it will become tough.
  • Be careful not to roll the pinwheels too tightly. Otherwise, they will be difficult to cut.
  • If you are making the pinwheels ahead of time, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate them. They will keep for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the pinwheels with your favorite dipping sauce. Some good options include ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Tuna pinwheels are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. They are perfect for parties or potlucks, and they can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or dinner. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and satisfying dish that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy recipe, give tuna pinwheels a try.

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