Easy Mediterranean Pinwheels: A Vibrant & Healthy Appetizer Recipe
Welcome to your new favorite go-to appetizer: Mediterranean Pinwheels! These delightful, bite-sized finger foods are a breeze to prepare and packed with the fresh, vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Imagine soft, pliable tortillas generously spread with creamy hummus, then layered with crumbled feta cheese, sweet roasted red peppers, crisp arugula, thinly sliced red onion, and fragrant fresh parsley. Rolled tightly and sliced into elegant spirals, each pinwheel offers a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, making them an instant hit at any event. Whether you’re planning an outdoor gathering, a casual picnic, or looking for a healthy, delicious addition to your kids’ lunchboxes, this colorful and light recipe is not only incredibly versatile but also guaranteed to impress your guests with its fresh appeal.

My Mediterranean Pinwheels recipe takes mere minutes to prepare, making it the ideal choice for any last-minute picnic, casual summer party, or quick school lunch prep. They pair beautifully with other light Mediterranean fare like these Cucumber Hummus Bites and these festive Mediterranean Antipasto Skewers. Beyond their undeniable appeal as party food, these pinwheels also make a fantastic packed lunch for the kids – a delicious way to introduce them to wholesome, fresh ingredients.
This vegetarian appetizer is a true delight: fresh, vibrant, and bursting with flavor that everyone will enjoy. One of the standout features of these Mediterranean Pinwheels is how easily the recipe can be scaled. Feeding a crowd? Simply double or triple the ingredients without any extra hassle. This adaptability makes them perfect for both intimate family meals and large social gatherings.
While I’ve crafted this recipe to be naturally vegetarian, focusing on the fresh produce and creamy feta for my Vegetarian Mediterranean Pinwheels, you can easily adapt them to fit a vegan diet. For a delightful Vegan Pinwheel, simply omit the feta cheese or substitute it with your favorite plant-based feta alternative. The beauty of this recipe lies in its flexibility, allowing you to play with the flavors and customize them to your personal preferences and dietary needs.
If you’re looking for even more inspiration for your next holiday party or summer get-together, be sure to explore my comprehensive post on the 15 Must-Make Mediterranean Appetizers for a wealth of ideas. And if you’re a fan of Mediterranean-inspired dishes, you might also love this Mediterranean Crostini, a rustic Mediterranean Flatbread, or this quick and easy Mediterranean Naan Pizza. These recipes perfectly complement each other, helping you create a spectacular Mediterranean spread.