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Mexican Pinwheels

An easy tortilla sandwich bursting with Mexican flavor!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Luncheon
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4
Author: Sue Gilmore

Ingredients

  • 15 ounce can of black bean refried beans
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 T lime juice or lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove or 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt or salt substitute
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper diced fine
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 4 large whole grain tortillas wheat or corn

Instructions

  • Place the beans and juice in a food processor; as it is blending, add the cumin, garlic and salt. Blend til smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides, as needed. Add the cilantro or parsley and blend for another couple of minutes. Spread over the tortilla. Arrange the spinach, peppers, olives and onions on top. Roll the tortillas as tightly as you can. Slice into 2-3 inch pieces. Serve on a plate with the cut size up.