Best 6 Mediterranean Tuna Noodle Casserole Recipes

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The Mediterranean region is known for its flavorful and healthy cuisine, including a variety of delicious pasta dishes. One such dish is Mediterranean tuna noodle casserole, a delightful combination of tender pasta, flaky tuna, and a creamy, flavorful sauce. This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences, making it a versatile and enjoyable meal for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a comforting dish to serve at a special gathering, Mediterranean tuna noodle casserole is sure to please.

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MEDITERRANEAN TUNA-NOODLE CASSEROLE



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Choose best-quality tuna that's packed in olive oil for this dish. Even after draining it, you'll get moister, richer results than if you used water-packed tuna.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for baking dishes
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 pound wide egg noodles
2 red bell peppers (ribs and seeds removed), thinly sliced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
5 cups whole milk
4 cans (6 ounces each) tuna in olive oil, drained
1 can (14 ounces) artichoke hearts, drained and thickly sliced
5 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly oil two 8-inch square (or other shallow 2-quart) baking dishes. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook noodles until 2 minutes short of al dente; drain, and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a 5-quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium. Add bell peppers; season with salt and pepper. Cook until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture comes to a simmer.
  • Remove from heat; add mixture to noodles in pot, along with tuna, artichoke hearts, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper, and toss. Divide between prepared baking dishes, and sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake until golden and bubbling, about 20 minutes.

MEDITERRANEAN TUNA-NOODLE CASSEROLE



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A delicious tuna noodle casserole that I got from Martha Stewart. You can substitute the artichoke hearts for broccoli or any other vegetable. I made the whole recipe and froze half for another day.

Provided by I_love2nurse in Can

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for baking dishes
coarse salt and pepper
1 lb wide egg noodles
2 red bell peppers, ribs and seeds removed, thinly sliced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
5 cups whole milk
4 (6 ounce) cans tuna in olive oil, drained
1 (14 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and thickly sliced
5 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degree. Lightly oil two 8-inch square (or other shallow 2-quart) baking dishes. In a large pot boiling salted water, cook noodles until 2 minutes short of al dente, drain, and return to pot.
  • Meanwhile, in a 5 quart Dutch oven or heavy pot, heat oil over medium. Add bell peppers, season with salt and pepper. Cook until crisp tender, 4-6 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring 1 minute. Gradually add milk, stirring until smooth. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture comes to a simmer.
  • Remove from heat, add mixture to noodles in pot, along with tuna, artichoke hearts, and scallions. Season with salt and pepper, and toss. Divide between prepared baking dishes, and sprinkle with Parmesan. Make until golden and bubbling, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811.9, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 123.8, Sodium 1040.1, Carbohydrate 61.8, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 11.1, Protein 65.6

MEDITERRANEAN TUNA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Mediterranean Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Tuna

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 ounces fettuccine, broken
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (12 ounce) can solid white tuna, drained and broken in to chunks (water pack)
1 (9 ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and cut up
2/3 cup milk
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and sniped
3 tablespoons sliced pitted ripe olives
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, crushed
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook fettuccine by following the package directions; drain.
  • In a large skillet, sauté onion in hot melted butter over medium heat until tender.
  • Remove skillet from heat; stir in soup, tuna, artichoke hearts, milk, mozzarella, tomatoes, olives, and thyme.
  • Stir in cooked fettuccine.
  • Transfer mixture to a greased 2-quart casserole.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan cheese.
  • Bake, covered, in a preheated 350°F oven for 20 minutes.
  • Uncover and bake about 20 more minutes or until casserole is bubbly.
  • Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 56, Sodium 750.6, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1, Protein 24.3

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE SKILLET TUNA CASSEROLE



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Extremely tasty, non-creamy tuna casserole that explodes with flavor.

Provided by Amy Hill

Categories     Tuna Casserole

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ cup thinly sliced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces chunk light tuna in water, drained and flaked
¾ cup water
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
¼ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
½ cup coarsely torn fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook bow-tie pasta at a boil, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large, oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook in the hot oil, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add tuna, water, cranberries, tomatoes, olives, pine nuts, and parsley. Stir in cooked pasta.
  • Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese melted, about 5 more minutes.
  • Sprinkle with basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 25.8 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 22.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 464 mg

MEDITERRANEAN TUNA LINGUINE



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It'll remind you of a fancier tuna noodle casserole, but this creamy dish comes together quickly in a skillet. Serve it with a simple spinach salad and store-bought breadsticks for weekday elegance in no time. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces uncooked linguine
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning
3 cans (5 ounces each) light water-packed tuna, drained and flaked
1 jar (7-1/2 ounces) marinated quartered artichoke hearts, drained
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 cup sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, combine the soup, milk, garlic powder and seafood seasoning. Stir in the tuna, artichokes, tomatoes and olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; drain linguine and stir into soup mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 1414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

BEST TUNA NOODLE CASSEROLE



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This tuna noodle casserole is the best with a classic creamy taste from my childhood. The sauce is rich and creamy but not overwhelmingly heavy. The crunch from the topping and fresh bite from the parsley create the perfect balance. Let's not forget that this is a great budget-friendly meal to feed a crowd!

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (12 ounce) package egg noodles
4 ¼ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
4 tablespoons salted butter, divided
5 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 small white onion, minced
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ cups shredded white Cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen sweet peas
2 (6 ounce) cans tuna, drained
1 cup panko bread crumbs
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add egg noodles and 3 teaspoons salt to the boiling water; cook until tender yet firm to the bite, about 6 minutes. Drain noodles. Return to pot and set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms and onion and cook until mushrooms are softened and onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Add remaining butter; stir constantly until melted. Sprinkle flour over vegetable mixture and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Stir in milk and stock and bring to a simmer, stirring often. Simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
  • Add sauce mixture to reserved noodles. Stir in 1 cup Cheddar cheese, peas, and tuna. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese over the top.
  • Stir together bread crumbs, remaining 2 teaspoons oil, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and paprika in a small bowl. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture evenly over the casserole.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 90.6 mg, Fat 20 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1481.4 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh tuna steaks or fillets. If using canned tuna, choose tuna packed in olive oil or water, not brine.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it according to the recipe instructions. Then, let it cool completely and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the casserole in a 350°F oven for about 30 minutes, or until it's heated through.
  • This casserole is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. Simply flake the tuna and add it to the casserole along with the other ingredients.
  • If you don't have any egg noodles on hand, you can use another type of pasta, such as penne or macaroni.
  • To make the casserole even more colorful, add some chopped fresh vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach.
  • Serve the casserole with a side salad or some garlic bread.

Conclusion:

Mediterranean tuna noodle casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's packed with flavor from the tuna, tomatoes, olives, and feta cheese, and it's sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this casserole a try.

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