Healthier Tuna Noodle Casserole

Healthier Tuna Noodle Casserole

Opting for low-fat Alfredo sauce and sour cream lightens up this weeknight-friendly tuna casserole that packs plenty of veggies alongside whole wheat pasta, keeping it hearty enough to take to your next potluck. Garnish with fresh dill.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
50 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 10 mins
Yield:
1 2-quart casserole
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 2 cups whole-grain bow-tie pasta
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 2 cups sliced cremini mushrooms
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1/3 cup chopped celery
  • 1/3 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1/3 cup chopped carrot
  • 1 ½ cups light Alfredo sauce (such as Classico® Light Creamy Alfredo)
  • ½ cup light sour cream
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons snipped fresh dill
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (5 ounce) can solid white tuna (water pack), drained and broken into chunks
  • 1/3 cup whole wheat panko bread crumbs
  • 4 wedges lemon wedges (Optional)

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick spray.

Step 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3
Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add mushrooms, onion, celery, bell pepper, and carrot; cook until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.

Step 4
Whisk together Alfredo sauce, sour cream, 2 tablespoons Parmesan, dill, and black pepper in a large bowl. Stir in cooked pasta, vegetables, and tuna until combined. Transfer to the prepared dish. In a small bowl, stir together panko and remaining 2 tablespoons Parmesan; sprinkle over casserole. Lightly coat with nonstick spray.

Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until browned and bubbly, about 25 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.

Cook’s Notes:

Substitute whole wheat rotini pasta (5 ounces) for the bow-ties if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

544
Calories
22g
Fat
62g
Carbs
28g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 544
% Daily Value *
Total Fat22g 28%
Saturated Fat13g 64%
Cholesterol72mg 24%
Sodium1066mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate62g 23%
Dietary Fiber9g 32%
Total Sugars9g
Protein28g
Vitamin C31mg 154%
Calcium292mg 22%
Iron3mg 17%
Potassium630mg 13%

*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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