How to Make Tuna and Vegetable Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tuna and vegetable casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner. This recipe combines tender chunks of tuna with a colorful array of vegetables, all layered with a creamy, cheesy sauce and topped with a crispy breadcrumb topping. The result is a satisfying and delicious casserole that will surely become a favorite in your household.

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Ingredients

  • ½ (12 ounce) package egg noodles
  • 1 cup 1-inch pieces fresh-cut green beans
  • 1 cup bite-size summer squash pieces
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • ⅓ cup 2% milk
  • 1 (7 ounce) can albacore tuna, drained and broken into chunks
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup French-fried onions (such as French's®)

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 casserole

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook egg noodles in boiling water, occasionally stirring until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Combine green beans, squash, peas, and carrots in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl; cook until tender, 3 to 10 minutes. Rinse vegetables with cold water and drain.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; sauté mushrooms in hot oil until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Whisk mushroom soup and milk together in a large bowl; add vegetables, mushrooms, tuna, onion, and Cheddar cheese. Mix in Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Pour mixture into a casserole dish and top with French fried onions.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    398 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 626mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 38g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 100mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 368mg