Tuna Zucchini Casserole

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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.

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Tuna Zucchini Casserole

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Calories 263kcal
Author Toni Williams

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

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place spiralized zucchini on parchment lined baking sheet. Bake approximately 20 mins to remove excess water.
  • 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.
  • Add garlic to pan and cook 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Stir in 1 Tbsp. flour followed by 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1 tsp. Better Than Bouillon and 1 tsp. Italian seasoning.
  • Add white cheddar cheese and mozzarella and stir until melted into sauce.
  • Lastly, add tuna and baked zucchini spirals into cheese sauce. Gently fold ingredients until well combined.
  • Spray medium baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Transfer zucchini tuna mixture into dish.
  • In a small pan over medium-high heat, cook bread crumbs and 1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil until golden brown.
  • Sprinkle bread crumbs over medium-high heat and bake casserole 20-25 minutes.
  • Let cool 10-15 minutes before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 591mg | Potassium: 766mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 545IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 252mg | Iron: 2mg

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