Tuna Noodle Casserole

Health score
42%
Tuna Noodle Casserole
50 min.
4
379kcal

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Are you looking for a comforting and delicious dish that brings the family together? Look no further than this delightful Tuna Noodle Casserole! This classic recipe combines tender linguine, nutritious broccoli, and savory albacore tuna, all enveloped in a creamy leek soup mixture. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters.

Not only is this casserole easy to prepare, but it also comes together in just 50 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend lunch. With each serving clocking in at around 379 calories, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, the addition of roasted red bell peppers adds a pop of color and sweetness, elevating this dish to a whole new level.

Whether you're serving it as a main course or a hearty side dish, this Tuna Noodle Casserole is sure to become a family favorite. The golden-brown breadcrumb topping provides a satisfying crunch that perfectly complements the creamy filling. So gather your loved ones, and enjoy a warm, comforting meal that’s not only delicious but also packed with protein and nutrients. Dive into this nostalgic dish and let the flavors transport you back to simpler times!

Ingredients

  • oz pasta uncooked
  • cup broccoli florets frozen
  • 1.8 oz leek 
  • 1.5 cups milk 
  • Dash pepper 
  • oz albacore tuna - sashimi grade drained canned
  • tablespoons roasted peppers red drained chopped (from 7-oz jar)
  • tablespoon butter melted
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain linguine as directed on package, adding broccoli for last 2 minutes of cook time.
  2. Meanwhile, in 1-quart saucepan, mix soup mix and milk.
  3. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly. Stir in pepper.
  4. Add linguine, broccoli, tuna and roasted peppers to soup mixture; stir gently to mix well. Spoon into baking dish. In small bowl, mix butter and bread crumbs; sprinkle over linguine mixture.
  5. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories379kcal
Protein21.89%
Fat19.51%
Carbs58.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44
Glycemic Load
19.45
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.864782706551%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
2.12mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:379.35kcal
18.97%
Fat:8.16g
12.55%
Saturated Fat:2.84g
17.75%
Carbohydrates:55.13g
18.38%
Net Carbohydrates:52.09g
18.94%
Sugar:7.22g
8.02%
Cholesterol:25.86mg
8.62%
Sodium:365.46mg
15.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.59g
41.18%
Selenium:63.28µg
90.39%
Manganese:0.72mg
35.83%
Phosphorus:309.42mg
30.94%
Vitamin C:25.27mg
30.63%
Vitamin K:30.9µg
29.43%
Vitamin B3:3.8mg
19%
Calcium:164.18mg
16.42%
Magnesium:64.94mg
16.23%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.6%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
15.22%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.95%
Vitamin A:673.49IU
13.47%
Potassium:468.35mg
13.38%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.09%
Fiber:3.03g
12.14%
Copper:0.23mg
11.61%
Vitamin D:1.72µg
11.43%
Iron:1.9mg
10.57%
Folate:41.86µg
10.46%
Zinc:1.56mg
10.43%
Vitamin B5:0.82mg
8.21%
Vitamin E:0.82mg
5.46%