Best 2 Gluten Free Tuna Casserole Recipes

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Gluten-free tuna casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or potluck dinners. It is a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The casserole is made with gluten-free pasta, tuna, vegetables, and a creamy sauce. It can be baked in the oven or cooked in a slow cooker, making it a versatile dish that can be adapted to your schedule. With so many different variations, there is sure to be a gluten-free tuna casserole recipe that everyone will love.

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GLUTEN-FREE DAIRY-FREE TUNA CASSEROLE



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So tasty, like it has cheese sauce or dairy. I serve this with a salad on the side. This is a personal recipe I created.

Provided by UmmBinat

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 large pieces, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 1/2 cups brown rice pasta (or other wheat free pasta, fusilli shape, cooked to aldente, other shapes may be used like penne)
4 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup frozen peas, rinsed of ice (optional)
1/4 cup rice flour (to be gluten free)
2 cups chicken broth (or more if needed)
1/4 cup helmans olive oil mayonnaise (to be soy free)
salt
pepper
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water (in water not veg broth to be soy free)
3/4 cup bread, torn into crumbs (optional, wheat free bread only from health food stores)
paprika (not the hot kind)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a shallow baking dish I use 9" x 13".
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pan over medium heat, add onion & sliced mushrooms, cook until tender then remove from pan.
  • Add 2 more tablespoons olive oil to pan and stir in flour whisking until smooth and frothy.
  • Gradually add broth until it forms a sauce consistency.
  • Then stir in the mayonnaise, salt and pepper. Stir until mixture is smooth.
  • Mix in drained tuna, mushroom, onions & thawed peas if using.
  • Spread pasta in baking dish and pour sauce to cover. (Will get dry pieces if some are left uncovered).
  • Tear bread into crumbs and sprinkle on top if using sift paprika over entire pan to give a lovely colour and drizzle the additional olive oil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until slightly browned on top.

GLUTEN FREE TUNA CASSEROLE



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A classic tuna casserole, now gluten free! This comforting dish combines gluten free rotini with onion, peas, cream, spinach and tuna, then is topped with gluten free bread crumbs and baked to a crispy, golden perfection.

Provided by Barilla

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Barilla Gluten Free

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (12 ounce) box Barilla® Gluten Free Rotini
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
1 (10 ounce) package baby spinach
2 (6 ounce) tuna packed in oil, drained
2 cups heavy cream
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
½ cup Italian style gluten free bread crumbs
Salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to boil and pre-heat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, add half of the olive oil to a pan and saute onions over high heat until slightly translucent (about 4 minutes). Adjust the head to medium and add peas and spinach until the spinach is wilted, then add the cream.
  • Season with salt and pepper and bring to simmer. Gently fold in 2 cups of cheese.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain pasta and toss with sauce and tuna.
  • Place pasta in a 13 x 9 baking dish and top with gluten free bread crumbs, remaining olive oil, salt and pepper.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F until bread crumbs turn crispy and golden, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1127.7 calories, Carbohydrate 95.1 g, Cholesterol 178.4 mg, Fat 64.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 42 g, SaturatedFat 32.4 g, Sodium 680.5 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • For a crispier topping, use crushed gluten-free crackers or panko breadcrumbs instead of cornflakes.
  • If you prefer a creamier casserole, add an extra 1/2 cup of milk or cream.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it for 30 minutes. Then, let it cool completely and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, or until it's heated through.
  • Feel free to experiment with different vegetables in this casserole. Broccoli, cauliflower, and zucchini are all good options.
  • If you don't have any gluten-free flour on hand, you can use cornstarch or potato starch instead.

Conclusion:

This gluten-free tuna casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. With a few simple substitutions, you can easily make this recipe your own. So, what are you waiting for? Give it a try today!

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