Tuna Pasta Bake – Wheat Free Recipe

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 3
Tuna Pasta Bake with a Wheat-Free Twist
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

200 g canned tuna , in brine , drained
180 g sweetcorn , canned
800 g chopped tomatoes
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 garlic clove , crushed ( or garlic puree )
1/2 teaspoon dried herbs
150 g low-fat plain yogurt
100 ml milk ( any type including soya , goats )
2 -3 dashes Tabasco sauce
black pepper , freshly ground
cheese , grated
gluten-free pasta ( or wheat-free pasta , or rice pasta )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
Serves 4
Calories
360
Sugar
10g
Fat
6g
This tuna pasta bake is a healthy and delicious option for anyone looking for a quick and easy dinner. It's a great way to incorporate canned tuna into your diet and also perfect for those who are gluten intolerant or have celiac disease. This recipe uses gluten-free pasta, which is made from rice or other grains, and a tomato sauce that's packed with healthy vitamins and minerals. The addition of Tabasco sauce gives it a bit of a kick, while the low-fat yogurt and milk make it a healthy, low-fat option for dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2.Start by cooking the pasta according to the instructions on the packet.
3.While the pasta is cooking, add the canned tuna, canned sweetcorn, chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, crushed garlic, dried herbs and black pepper to a large saucepan.
4.Cook the mixture gently until it thickens.
5.Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the saucepan with the tuna mixture.
6.Gently stir it together.
7.Add the low-fat plain yogurt, milk and Tabasco sauce to the saucepan and stir it all together.
8.Transfer the pasta and tuna mixture to a large baking dish.
9.Sprinkle grated cheese on top of the pasta.
10.Bake in the oven for around 20-30 minutes (or until the cheese turns golden brown and bubbly on top).

PROS

This tuna pasta bake is a quick and easy recipe that uses gluten-free pasta and is wheat-free.

It’s a healthy, low-fat recipe that’s perfect for those on a diet or trying to reduce their gluten intake.

CONS

This recipe uses canned tuna, which may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

The pasta bake can be a bit dry if it’s overcooked, so be sure to keep an eye on it in the oven.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Canned tuna is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
The gluten-free pasta used in this recipe is a great option for those with wheat sensitivity or celiac disease, and it’s also lower in calories than regular pasta.
The tomato sauce in this recipe provides a good source of antioxidants and vitamins A and C.

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