Turkey roll ups with avocado – this recipe makes for the perfect fuss-free appetizer. Impress your guests with this gluten free, dairy free, low carb dish that’s just bursting with flavor.
Happy 4th of July everyone! Now that I’m in the working world and no longer enjoying entire summers off the federal holidays really are appreciated. When I looked at the calendar and saw that this year the 4th fell on a Wednesday I was a tad disappointed – a day off in the middle of the week – what can you do with that?
Fortunately, the president of my company took pity on our poor hardworking souls and gave us Thursday and Friday off. So the one day holiday has turned into a 5 day getaway! Can you believe it? Most awesome work surprise ever.
What a perfect opportunity to get out of hot and sticky DC and spend some quality family time up in the suburbs of Massachusetts. Finally the summer grilling can begin (no grills allowed in the apartment) and today I’m serving up grilled swordfish kebabs and grilled chicken thighs.
While the grill is heating up I’ve got a simple appetizer recipe to share with you. Gluten free, low carb and full of smooth fresh flavors these turkey roll ups are sure to impress. We’re talking turkey cold cuts with super vibrant pesto and my other two besties – avocados and alfalfa sprouts. Match made in heaven for sure.
Easy to throw together for a party or if some unexpected guests pop in. Feel free to change the quantities of the ingredients to your liking, the turkey roll ups recipe is simply a guideline.
How are you spending the day? What are some of your favorite July 4th appetizer recipes? Please tell me you’ll be putting these turkey roll ups on the list!
Have more turkey or (ham) cold cuts leftover and don’t know what to do with them? Here are some recipes ideas:
- Smoked Ham Roll Ups with Avocado Pesto {GF, DF}
- Turkey Arugula Sandwich with Sriracha Aioli Recipe {GF, DF}
- Turkey Pesto Panini with Tomato and Cheese Recipe {GF}
- Roasted Red Pepper Turkey Pesto Panini {GF}
- Turkey and Avocado Alfalfa Sprout Sandwich
How to make my turkey roll ups with avocado
Turkey roll ups with avocado recipe makes for the perfect fuss free appetizer. Impress your guests with this gluten free and dairy free low carb dish bursting with flavors.
- 1/2 pound turkey cold cuts
- 1/2 cup vegan basil pesto
- 1 Avocado thinly sliced
- 1/2 package alfalfa sprouts
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- salt pepper, to taste
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Sprinkle lemon juice, salt and pepper on top of the avocado.
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Place one piece of turkey in front of you. Spread some pesto on the turkey, add avocado slice and alfalfa sprouts. Tightly roll up the turkey.
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Slice each turkey roll in half, and serve.
RecipeNewZ says
Oh, I love these – they look so fresh and yummy! Thank you for sharing and enjoy the long holiday, it’s almost a mini-vacation 🙂
Vicky says
Thanks! It was a well needed break!
Judi says
They look wonderful. Can’t wait to try this recipe out!
Vicky says
Thank you! Feel free to improvise with the filling!
Lois says
These look so delicious! Thanks for sharing…again! 🙂
Marlys Folly says
I am always looking for avocado recipes and this looks great. Thanks for posting on Foodie Friend’s Friday.
Vicky says
Thanks! This is a perfect throw together at the last minute snack or something to hold you over for your next meal!
Rogene says
You rolled them in the turkey. Can’t believe it took me awhile to figure that one out. DUH! That’s a great idea!
Vicky says
Haha yep they’re just rolled in the turkey slices. It makes for a great snack! Especially if you’re trying to cut down on carbs.
Shiloh says
Yummy!
Vicky says
Thanks!
Mariah says
I love this recipe. It is the perfect low carb appetizer or lunch option. Great idea using the turkey as the outer shell of the wrap. I think I might make my own version on my blog Sugar Free Chic.
Vicky says
Thanks so much! Definitely feel free to make your own version – I can’t wait to check it out so let me know if you post a recipe on your blog!
Mariah says
Thanks Vicky! I just couldn’t wait to try my own version of your wrap on my low carb blog http://www.sugarfreechic.com. I did a version with more of a twist on the classic cobb salad. Please check it out if you have the time. http://www.sugarfreechic.com/2012/09/turkey-cobb-roll-ups/
I hope you like it! =)
Vicky says
Your version looks and sounds delicious! Will have to try it some time (unfortunately as I’m traveling through Asia for the next few months it might be hard to find all the necessary ingredients)!
Nancy says
This looks so good!