A keto-style mock macaroni and cheese turned into a meal.
Substituting zucchini (zoodles) for noodles and adding tuna turns this traditional casserole into a low-carb, super delicious experience! No matter the choice of protein this is simple and delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, spiralized
- cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, crushed
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 3 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
- 1 (12 ounce) package frozen peas
- 1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon sliced almonds, or to taste
Directions
Step 1
Place spiralized zucchini (zoodles) into a pot and cover with well salted water; bring to a boil. Boil for 3 to 4 minutes, then empty into a colander to drain. Let drain for 2 to 3 hours, occasionally pressing out as much moisture as you can.
Step 2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly spray a 9×13-inch glass casserole with cooking spray and add drained zoodles.
Step 3
Bake zoodles in the preheated oven for 10 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until softened, about 1 minute. Add cream cheese and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
Step 5
Remove zoodles from the oven and pour off any liquid. Add the skillet mixture to the zoodles, along with tuna, peas, Cheddar cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined. Sprinkle almonds on top.
Step 6
Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
Cook’s Notes:
You can use fresh tuna for canned, onion powder for fresh onion, and garlic powder for fresh garlic.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 314 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat21g | 27% |
Saturated Fat13g | 64% |
Cholesterol75mg | 25% |
Sodium313mg | 14% |
Total Carbohydrate10g | 4% |
Dietary Fiber3g | 9% |
Total Sugars4g | |
Protein23g | |
Vitamin C17mg | 85% |
Calcium203mg | 16% |
Iron2mg | 12% |
Potassium380mg | 8% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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