Ribbon Dancer Turkey Rolls (Printable)

Delicate turkey rolls wrapped in long carrot and cucumber ribbons, perfect for a light, fresh bite.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

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

→ Meats

03 - 8 slices smoked turkey breast

→ Dairy

04 - 2 oz cream cheese, softened

→ Fresh Herbs

05 - 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
06 - 1 tbsp 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. If desired, spread a thin layer of 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 and then a carrot ribbon around each turkey roll, securing the ends underneath or with a toothpick if needed.
05 - Arrange the ribbon-wrapped turkey rolls on a serving platter. Sprinkle with freshly ground black pepper and extra herbs if desired.
06 - Serve immediately, or cover and chill until ready to serve.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It looks like you fussed for hours when really you spent twenty minutes and felt like a culinary genius.
  • No cooking required means you can make it while chatting with guests instead of sweating over the stove.
  • The ribbons catch light on a platter and people always ask for the recipe before they even taste it.
02 -
  • If your ribbons are too thick they won't wrap elegantly—practice with your peeler or mandoline on a carrot scrap first so you understand the angle and pressure needed.
  • Room-temperature turkey rolls taste so much better than chilled ones because you can actually taste the smoke—pull them from the fridge a few minutes before serving if you made them ahead.
03 -
  • Ribbon the vegetables just before assembly so they stay firm and don't weep onto your platter.
  • If your cream cheese is too cold it won't spread smoothly—leave it on the counter for ten minutes so it cooperates with your knife.
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