A highly versatile and customizable appetizer recipe for a crowd. Kid friendly . Makes a great after school snack too. Can be made gluten -free. Budget friendly, quick and easy recipe for parties and game day . Given below is tortilla roll ups recipe Italian style.
1cupvegan cream cheesesoftened at room temperature
½cupvegan mayonnaiseor sour cream
1cupbell peppersfinely chopped
¼cuponionsfinely chopped
¼cupceleryfinely chopped
¼ cupsundried tomatoeschopped
¼cupfresh parsley / basil chopped
½cupshredded vegan cheese
1tablespoonmustard
¼teaspoongarlic powder
1teaspoonoregano
½teaspoonchili flakes
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste
Instructions
Mix cream cheese and mayonnaise with a beater or spoon until smooth paste like consistency.
Now add in everything else that is mentioned for the filling.
Give a taste test and adjust the condiments.
Microwave the tortillas for 10 seconds to make it more pliable.
Scoop some filling onto one tortilla at a time.
Spread it evenly making sure to cover the edges too.
Now roll the tortilla tightly .
Repeat this process for all tortillas .
Place them in a tray/ pan and cover it with cling wrap to avoid drying out once placed in the refrigerator.
Refrigerate for atleast 2 hours before cutting. More is even better to let the rolls set.
Take it out of the fridge and cut 1” pieces with a sharp knife.
Arrange in desired platter / container.
Place it back in the fridge covered with cling wrap until served.
Serve chilled .
Notes
You can make rolls a day ahead of time and refrigerate .I have used Veganaise mayo.Use herbs and spices of your choice.As I mentioned , this recipe can be customized to your taste. More ideas- For Greek or Mediterranean way sub Mayo with hummus . Add in some feta, olives , artichokes , chopped spinach, You may use small tortillas too. This recipe can be increased as per your needs.Use gluten free tortillas or low carb ones if preferred .