Turkey & Cheese Roll-Up Sushi
No rice, no raw fish โ just a soft tortilla rolled up with turkey, cheese and veggies, then sliced into cute sushi-style rounds. Kids love being the 'sushi chef' and spreading the cream cheese.
- Prep10 min
- CookNone
- Total10 min
- Makes2 toddler servings
- Age18 months+

Ingredients
Makes 2 toddler servings. Tap to check off as you go.
Contains: milk, wheat.
Instructions
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1Warm the tortilla
Microwave the tortilla for 10 seconds so it's soft and easy to roll.
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2Spread the cream cheese
Spread the cream cheese all the way to the edges โ it's the 'glue'.
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3Layer the fillings
Lay the turkey and cheese over the cream cheese, leaving a 1-inch strip bare at the top edge.
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4Add the veggies
Place a row of cucumber matchsticks and grated carrot along the bottom edge.
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5Roll tightly
Roll up tightly from the veggie edge, pressing gently so it sticks. Chill 10 minutes if you have time.
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6Slice into sushi
Slice into 1-inch rounds with a sharp knife and serve standing up like sushi.
How to serve by age
9โ12 months
Best saved for later, since tortillas and deli turkey are chewy. Offer soft shredded turkey and thin cheese strips instead.
12โ24 months
From 18 months, peel the cucumber, choose thin, soft turkey slices and cut each round in half.
2โ3 years
Serve whole rounds. Let your toddler help spread the cream cheese and roll it up.
Allergy & diet swaps
- Gluten-free
- Use a soft gluten-free tortilla, warmed so it rolls without cracking.
- Dairy-free
- Spread with hummus instead of cream cheese and leave out the cheese. Hummus contains sesame.
- Vegetarian
- Skip the turkey and use hummus with baby spinach and extra cucumber.
Tips
- For toddlers under 2, slice rounds in half and peel the cucumber to make it easier to chew.
- Swap turkey for hummus and spinach for a vegetarian version.
- Wrap the whole log in plastic wrap and slice in the morning for daycare.
Storage & safety
Storage: Fridge: 1 day, wrapped tightly.
Suggested age: 18 months+. Every child is different โ serve textures and sizes that match your toddler's chewing skills.
Always seat your toddler upright and stay close while they eat. Cut round foods into small pieces and spread nut butters thinly. Read our toddler food safety guide for more.
Questions parents ask
Is deli turkey OK for toddlers?
Now and then. Deli meats are high in sodium, so choose a low-sodium kind or use thinly sliced leftover roast turkey or chicken.
Can I pack roll-up sushi for daycare?
Yes. Roll it the night before, wrap it tightly, slice it in the morning and pack it with an ice pack.
Why does my roll-up fall apart?
Spread the cream cheese all the way to the edges, roll tightly, chill for 10 minutes and slice with a sharp knife.
What age can toddlers eat roll-up sushi?
From about 18 months, once your toddler chews well. Cut each round in half and peel the cucumber for younger toddlers.
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