These Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissants are quick and easy to make and great for a healthy lunch that feels a bit fancy! Enjoy these delicious sandwiches with a side of chips or fries for a full meal. These Croissants are also perfect for packing on a picnic or a hike this summer.
I love sandwiches made with regular bread, but croissants take sandwiches to the next level. They’re soft and buttery and make almost any sandwich filling taste good. I often make my vegetarian version of tuna salad, so I wanted to elevate my sandwich using a croissant. Make sure to get the all-butter croissants for the best taste. These Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissants are perfect for summer picnics and hikes.
Why You’ll Love These Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissant Sandwiches!
- They’re easy to make – This “tuna” salad takes about 10 minutes to put together, so it’s great for a last-minute lunch idea that tastes delicious.
- They feel fancy – I don’t know about you, but I always feel like croissants are a bit fancy, and they really make these tuna salad sandwiches special.
- They’re great for summer picnics – We’ve been having many summer picnics and going on hikes, and I love packing sandwiches that I look forward to eating.
Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissant Recipe Ingredients
- Chickpeas – Chickpeas are the base of this plant-based tuna salad mixture. They have a mild flavor and great texture. You can also use white beans or crumbled extra-firm tofu.
- Veggies – I added chopped pickles, celery, and red onion, my go-to ingredients for making a plant-based tuna salad. Feel free to add any other veggies you like.
- Mayo – You can use regular or vegan mayo for this recipe. I use a heaping 1/4 cup, but you can always add extra if you like yours creamier.
- Mustard – I always add dijon mustard to my chickpea salad for extra flavor. You can omit if you prefer.
- Nori Flakes – Nori flakes are optional, but they add a mild fishy flavor if you like that!
- Extra Flavorings – I like to add fresh lemon juice and dill to my chickpea “tuna” salad for extra flavor.
- Croissants – I used large, all-butter croissants for this recipe. You can use any size you like. If you can’t find croissants, you can use regular bread.
- Optional Toppings – I like to go simple with lettuce and tomato, but you can also add onion, cheese, pickles, or anything else you like to your sandwiches.
- Salt and Pepper – Add to taste.
How To Make Easy Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissant Sandwiches
- Add your rinsed and drained chickpeas to a medium-sized bowl. Use a fork to mash the chickpeas up. I like to mash mine pretty well, leaving just a few whole chickpeas, but you can mash them to whatever texture you prefer.
- Add the chopped celery, pickles, and onion. Next, add the dill, lemon juice, and nori flakes. Mix everything together, and then add the Dijon mustard, mayo, and salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined, and season with extra salt and pepper, to taste.
- Cut your croissant in half. I like to add my toppings to the bottom of the croissant, then a couple of spoonfuls of the “tuna” mixture on top. Place the other half of the croissant on top and enjoy!
“Tuna” Salad Croissant Frequently Asked Questions
- Are these croissant sandwiches vegan? No, the croissants are not vegan, but you can probably find vegan ones at some grocery stores. The recipe is otherwise vegan (when using vegan mayo).
- Where can gluten-free croissants be found? You may be able to find them at a health food store that is more likely to have gluten-free bread options. If you can’t find any, you can make this sandwich using regular, GF bread.
- Can these sandwiches be made ahead of time? Yes, you can make them ahead of time to be enjoyed a few hours later.
- How long will leftovers last? The leftover “tuna” salad should last about 4-5 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Have a question I didn’t answer? Ask me in the comment section below, and I will get back to you ASAP.
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Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissants
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
These Vegetarian “Tuna” Salad Croissants are quick and easy to make and great for a healthy lunch that feels a little fancy! Enjoy these delicious sandwiches with a side of chips or fries for a full meal. These Croissants are also perfect for packing on a picnic or long hike this summer.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/3 cup chopped celery
- 1/3 cup chopped dill pickles
- 1/3 cup chopped red onion
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 small squeeze fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup (heaping) mayonaisse
- Nori flakes, to taste (optional but gives it a fishy taste)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 large croissants
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, cheese
Instructions
- Add your rinsed and drained chickpeas to a medium sized bowl. Use a fork to mash the chickpeas up. I like to mash mine pretty well, only leaving a few whole chickpeas, but you can mash them to whatever texture you prefer.
- Add in the chopped celery, pickles and onion. Next, add in the dill, lemon juice and nori flakes. Mix everything together and then add in the dijon mustard, mayo and salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are combined and season with extra salt and pepper, to taste.
- Cut your croissant in half. I like to add my toppings to the bottom of the croissant and then I add a couple of spoonfuls of the “tuna” mixture on top. Place the other half of the croissant on top and enjoy!
Notes
The nori flakes add a fishy taste to make this “tuna” salad taste more like tuna. I just take a sheet or nori and blend it in the food processor until it’s in small flakes. You can add as much as you like. It can also be omitted if you prefer.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Sandwich, Vegetarian
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
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