Tuna Melt Croissants

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large butter croissants
• 10 ounces Canned tuna in water, drained
• 0.33 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Celery, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons Red onion, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Lemon juice(optional)
• 4 slices Sharp cheddar cheese, sliced
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt and black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter, softened

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork and mix in the mayonnaise, celery, red onion, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.

3. 3

   Stir in the fresh dill and season the tuna mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   Slice the croissants in half lengthwise and lightly spread the softened butter on the cut sides.

5. 5

   Place the bottom halves of the croissants on the baking sheet and scoop an even amount of tuna salad onto each.

6. 6

   Top the tuna with a slice of sharp cheddar cheese and place the top half of the croissant over the cheese.

7. 7

   Bake in the oven for 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the croissant is lightly toasted.

8. 8

   Serve immediately while the cheese is warm and the croissant is crisp.