Skip the takeout and embrace comfort food with a wholesome twist. This tuna zucchini casserole combines fresh zucchini ribbons with protein-packed tuna in a creamy cheese sauce. Not only is it delicious, the zucchini adds nutrition and fiber while the tuna packs a protein punch. This easy weeknight wonder is ready in under an hour, making it a go-to repeat recipe for busy families.
Tuna Zucchini Casserole
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Ingredients
- 5 medium zucchinis spiralized
- 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil divided
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 8 oz. cremini mushrooms sliced
- 2 large garlic cloves minced
- 1 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tsp. reduced sodium vegetable base Better Than Bouillon
- 1 tsp. Italian seasoning
- 3/4 cup white cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/4 cup mozzarella shredded
- 2 5 oz. cans of solid albacore tuna drained
- 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Parsley chopped (for garnish)
- Lemons sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Place spiralized zucchini on parchment lined baking sheet. Bake approximately 20 mins to remove excess water.
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While zucchini is baking, heat 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil in large pan over medium heat. Sauté onions and mushrooms 5 minutes or until onions are translucent and mushrooms are just tender.
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Add garlic to pan and cook 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Stir in 1 Tbsp. flour followed by 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 tsp. Better Than Bouillon and 1 tsp. Italian seasoning.
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Add white cheddar cheese and mozzarella and stir until melted into sauce.
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Lastly, add tuna and baked zucchini spirals into cheese sauce. Gently fold ingredients until well combined.
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Spray medium baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer zucchini tuna mixture into dish.
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In a small pan over medium-high heat, cook bread crumbs and 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil until golden brown.
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Sprinkle bread crumbs over medium-high heat and bake casserole 20-25 minutes.
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Let cool 10-15 minutes before serving.
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Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.
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