Tuna Noodle Casserole

Health score
25%
Tuna Noodle Casserole
50 min.
4
409kcal

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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 is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition, making it a perfect choice for lunch or dinner. With a creamy sauce, tender linguine, and the added goodness of broccoli and roasted red bell peppers, this casserole is sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

In just 50 minutes, you can whip up a hearty meal that serves four, all while keeping the calorie count at a reasonable 409 kcal per serving. The combination of albacore tuna and a rich leek soup mix creates a savory base that is both satisfying and comforting. Topped with a golden brown layer of buttery bread crumbs, this dish offers a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling.

Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this Tuna Noodle Casserole is versatile enough to fit any occasion. It's perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing option for gatherings. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a warm, hearty meal that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

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

Equipment

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

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. 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

Calories409kcal
Protein21.07%
Fat18.12%
Carbs60.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
18.94
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
19.131304471389%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.18mg
Kaempferol
1.78mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.74mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:408.95kcal
20.45%
Fat:8.16g
12.56%
Saturated Fat:2.85g
17.79%
Carbohydrates:61.62g
20.54%
Net Carbohydrates:57.97g
21.08%
Sugar:7.31g
8.13%
Cholesterol:25.86mg
8.62%
Sodium:1387.45mg
60.32%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.36g
42.71%
Selenium:63.79µg
91.12%
Manganese:0.74mg
37%
Phosphorus:331.87mg
33.19%
Vitamin C:24.17mg
29.3%
Vitamin K:25.09µg
23.89%
Vitamin B3:3.94mg
19.69%
Calcium:174.89mg
17.49%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.45%
Magnesium:69.02mg
17.26%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.78%
Vitamin B12:0.94µg
15.6%
Potassium:537.37mg
15.35%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.96%
Fiber:3.65g
14.59%
Copper:0.26mg
13.1%
Vitamin D:1.72µg
11.43%
Zinc:1.69mg
11.28%
Iron:1.79mg
9.97%
Vitamin A:462.74IU
9.25%
Vitamin B5:0.91mg
9.12%
Folate:33.69µg
8.42%
Vitamin E:0.72mg
4.78%