Deviled Tuna And Noodles
A hearty, creamy tuna and noodle casserole with vegetables and a savory tomato sauce, perfect for comforting family dinners and quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup minced onion ⓘ
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper ⓘ
- 1/4 cup flour ⓘ
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper ⓘ
- 1 cup milk ⓘ
- 1 (9 oz) package fine noodles, cooked ⓘ
- 2 (7 oz) cans tuna ⓘ
- 1 cup soft bread crumbs ⓘ
- 3 tablespoons melted butter ⓘ
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery ⓘ
- 4 tablespoons butter ⓘ
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce ⓘ
- 2 cups tomato juice ⓘ
- 1 1/2 cups peas ⓘ
Instructions
- Sauté minced onion, chopped celery, and chopped green pepper in butter until soft.
- Blend in flour, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Add milk slowly, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
- Stir in tomato juice and combine with cooked noodles, peas, tuna, and chopped olives.
- Pour mixture into a buttered casserole dish.
- Top with soft bread crumbs mixed with melted butter.
- Bake in a 425°F oven for 20 minutes, until crumbs are browned.
Tips & Substitutions
For a creamier texture, consider adding a splash of sour cream or cream cheese to the sauce. If you're out of tuna, canned chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken makes a great substitute. Adding a dash of hot sauce can bring a nice kick to the dish. Be sure to cook the noodles al dente, as they will continue to soften while baking.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Deviled Tuna and Noodles with a crisp green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal. It also pairs wonderfully with garlic bread or a light vinaigrette. For a heartier option, consider serving it alongside a bowl of your favorite soup, such as Quick Thick Clam Chowder, for added comfort.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a baking dish and cover with foil, then warm in a 350°F oven until heated through, about 20 minutes. Alternatively, you can microwave individual portions for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Deviled Tuna And Noodles contains roughly 330 calories, with 6g protein, 45g carbohydrates, and 14g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin C (77% of the Daily Value), and a good source of iron and dietary fiber. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1424mg per serving (62% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this dish suitable for freezing?
Yes, this casserole freezes well. To freeze, assemble and bake it, then let it cool completely before wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap and foil. To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bake at 350°F until heated through.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).