Ribbon Dancer Turkey Rolls (Printable)

Carrot and cucumber ribbons wrapped around smoked turkey creating a fresh, colorful light bite.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large carrots, peeled
02 - 1 large cucumber, ends trimmed

→ Meats

03 - 8 slices smoked turkey breast

→ Dairy (optional)

04 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Fresh Herbs

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)

→ Seasoning

07 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the carrots and cucumber lengthwise into long, thin ribbons.
02 - Lay the smoked turkey slices flat on a clean surface. Optionally, spread a thin layer of softened cream cheese on each slice and sprinkle with chives and dill.
03 - Starting at one end, roll each turkey slice tightly into a cylinder.
04 - Wrap a cucumber ribbon followed by a carrot ribbon around each turkey roll, securing the ends underneath or with a toothpick if necessary.
05 - Place the ribbon-wrapped turkey rolls on a serving platter. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and additional herbs if desired.
06 - Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It looks fancy enough for guests but takes barely twenty minutes, which means you can actually enjoy your company instead of hiding in the kitchen.
  • No cooking required means your kitchen stays cool and your stress levels even cooler.
  • The ribbons add real elegance and color without any fussy technique once you get the hang of it.
02 -
  • The ribbons are fragile and will tear if you try to wrap them too tightly or after they've been sitting in the fridge drying out, so assemble these close to serving time for the best results.
  • A mandoline changes everything compared to a vegetable peeler because the ribbons come out more uniform and you spend way less time slicing, though both tools work fine if that's what you have.
03 -
  • If you don't have a mandoline, a sharp vegetable peeler works fine, though it takes longer and the ribbons won't be quite as uniform, so embrace the rustic charm instead of stressing about perfection.
  • Cream cheese doesn't have to be involved to make these work, but when you use it, make sure it's soft enough to spread easily or it'll tear your turkey slices apart.
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