Bloomin' Savory Roses
Colorful and fun to eat, these savory roses made from tortillas, cheese, salami, and basil create a beautiful presentation for any party.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 5 pieces Soft flour tortilla ribbons Use soft tortillas for easy rolling.
- 8 slices Thinly sliced gourmet salami Can substitute with turkey, ham, or roast beef.
- 8 slices Sliced provolone cheese Other cheese options include mozzarella, cheddar, or Swiss.
- 4 ounces Creamy spreadable cream cheese Spread a thin layer to prevent rolls from sliding apart.
- 12 pieces Juicy red cherry tomatoes Use yellow or orange cherry tomatoes for color variation.
- 10 leaves Fresh sweet basil leaves Dry the leaves before adding to maintain firmness.
- 6 pieces Knotted bamboo cocktail skewers Skip the skewers if not desired, but they enhance presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- Lay the soft flour tortilla ribbons on a clean cutting board.
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese over each ribbon.
- Add sliced salami and provolone cheese on top of the cream cheese.
- Place fresh basil leaves over the cheese.
- Roll each tortilla ribbon tightly into a log.
- Slice each log into small, even sections.
- Slide the rolled sections onto the cocktail skewers, adding cherry tomatoes between the rolls for a flower-like design.
Serving
- Serve these savory roses cold on a large plate or wooden board.
- Add extra basil leaves around the skewers for a garden look.
Notes
These snacks are great for birthday parties, brunch, picnics, and snack tables. Store leftover skewers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within one day for best flavor.