Healthier Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake

Name: Healthier Creamy Tuna Pasta Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 cups pasta (measured uncooked. I usually use gluten free chickpea pasta, or brown rice pasta, in a penne or spiral shape.); 350-400 grams tinned tuna in olive oil; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (for greasing the dish); 3/4 cup peas (frozen); 3/4 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen); 2 cups frozen vegetables (such as sliced green beans, broccoli florets, sliced carrots); 1 large handful baby spinach; 2 spring onions; 1 can cannellini beans ((400g)); 400 mL milk of choice (this is just a tiny bit over 1.5 cups. I usually use unsweetened almond milk, or lactose free cows milk.); 2 tbsp cornflour; 2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 2 tbsp dijon mustard ((*some mustards are stronger than others, adjust to taste!)); 1 and 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese; salt and pepper (to season)

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:30min

A healthier creamy tuna pasta bake that's packed with loads of vegetables and a delicious nutritious white bean sauce. This healthy tuna casserole is a perfect family friendly pasta dish that works for kids and adults.

Updated at: Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:26:40 GMT