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Skinny Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipe - Comfort Food Made Healthy

This lightened-up tuna noodle casserole brings all the comforting flavors you love with a fraction of the calories. By swapping traditional cream-based sauces for Greek yogurt and using whole grain noodles, we've created a healthier version that doesn't sacrifice on taste or satisfaction.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 ounces whole grain egg noodles
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 cup frozen peas
  • 2 cans (5 ounces each) tuna in water, drained
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup low-fat milk
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the whole grain noodles according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms, cooking until mushrooms are tender and liquid has evaporated.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked noodles, mushroom mixture, frozen peas, and drained tuna. Gently fold to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, 3/4 cup of the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour the yogurt mixture over the noodle mixture and stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a 2-quart baking dish. Top with remaining cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and the top is golden brown. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Choose tuna packed in water rather than oil to keep calories lower. Cook noodles just until al dente since they'll continue cooking in the oven. Casserole can be assembled up to a day in advance and refrigerated - add 5-10 minutes to baking time if cooking from cold.