Tuna Noodle Casserole Dairy Free
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this creamy, satisfying Tuna Noodle Casserole that’s completely dairy-free! Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this recipe swaps traditional ingredients for unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, creating a luscious, cheesy flavor without a drop of dairy. Tender egg-free noodles are combined with flaky tuna, vibrant peas, and a velvety homemade sauce, then baked to golden perfection with an optional crispy breadcrumb topping. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly casserole is as easy as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a make-ahead meal, this dairy-free tuna noodle casserole delivers hearty, wholesome goodness in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Wide egg-free noodles (or pasta of choice)
- 12 oz Canned tuna (in water, drained)
- 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1.5 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 cup Frozen peas
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional, use gluten-free if needed)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the almond milk and vegetable broth, continuing to stir to avoid clumps. Cook until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).
Stir in nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, drained tuna, frozen peas, and the creamy sauce. Mix well.
Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.
If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top for a crunchy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbling.
Remove from oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.3 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 4974 mg | 216% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.3 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.2 g | ||
| Protein | 145.5 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.8 mcg | 59% | |
| Calcium | 1126 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2928 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
