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Healthier Tuna Noodle Casserole

Cost $12, save $10

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  • 50 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Cooking Essentials

    • Cooking spray

  • Pasta

    • 2 cups whole-grain bow-tie pasta

  • Vegetables

    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms
    • šŸ§… 1/2 cup chopped onion
    • 1/3 cup chopped celery
    • 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
    • šŸ„• 1/3 cup chopped carrot

  • Dairy and Sauces

    • 1 1/2 cups light Alfredo sauce
    • 1/2 cup light sour cream
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • 2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • Protein

    • šŸŸ 1 (5 ounce) can solid white tuna (water pack), drained and broken into chunks

  • Toppings

    • 1/3 cup whole wheat panko bread crumbs
    • šŸ‹ 4 lemon wedges (optional)

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 375Ā°F (190Ā°C). Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick spray.

2

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

3

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. SautƩ mushrooms, onion, celery, bell pepper, and carrot until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.

4

Combine Alfredo sauce, sour cream, Parmesan (2 tbsp), dill, and black pepper in a large bowl. Mix in cooked pasta, sautƩed vegetables, and tuna until combined.

5

Transfer mixture to the prepared dish. Mix panko and remaining Parmesan (2 tbsp), and sprinkle over casserole. Lightly coat with cooking spray.

6

Bake uncovered until browned and bubbly, about 25 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

šŸ”„

544

Calories

  • 28g
    Protein
  • 62g
    Carbs
  • 22g
    Fats

šŸ’” Tips

For added flavor, use fresh vegetables or substitute light Alfredo sauce with homemade sauce.Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.This dish can be prepared ahead and baked just before serving to save time.

āš ļø Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.