Description
This Easy Tuna Casserole is a quick, healthy, and protein-packed dinner made with canned tuna, cheese, and a creamy sauce. It’s a low-carb, keto-friendly comfort food perfect for busy weeknights! With just 20 minutes of total prep and cook time, you’ll have a cheesy, satisfying meal on the table in no time.
Ingredients
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20 oz canned tuna, drained
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1 cup mayonnaise
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1/3 cup sour cream
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp smoked paprika
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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1/2 cup green onions, chopped
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2 cups cauliflower, cooked and chopped
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1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1 cup gruyere cheese, shredded
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a large baking dish.
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In a mixing bowl, flake the drained tuna with a fork.
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Add mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, green onions, and Dijon mustard. Mix until smooth.
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Fold in the chopped cauliflower and mozzarella cheese.
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Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish and top with gruyere cheese.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown.
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Remove from the oven, let it sit for a minute, then serve and enjoy!
Notes
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Low-Carb Alternative: Swap cauliflower for cooked broccoli or zucchini.
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Extra Crunch: Add a crushed pork rind topping before baking for a crispy finish.
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg