Tuna Noodle Casserole Dairy Free

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this creamy, satisfying Tuna Noodle Casserole that’s completely dairy-free! Perfect for those with dietary restrictions, this recipe swaps traditional ingredients for unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, creating a luscious, cheesy flavor without a drop of dairy. Tender egg-free noodles are combined with flaky tuna, vibrant peas, and a velvety homemade sauce, then baked to golden perfection with an optional crispy breadcrumb topping. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly casserole is as easy as it is delicious. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a make-ahead meal, this dairy-free tuna noodle casserole delivers hearty, wholesome goodness in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 oz Wide egg-free noodles (or pasta of choice)
• 12 oz Canned tuna (in water, drained)
• 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or other dairy-free milk)
• 3 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
• 1.5 cups Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 cup Frozen peas
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs (optional, use gluten-free if needed)
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the almond milk and vegetable broth, continuing to stir to avoid clumps. Cook until the mixture thickens (about 5 minutes).

Step 5

Stir in nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 6

In a large bowl, combine the cooked noodles, drained tuna, frozen peas, and the creamy sauce. Mix well.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture into a lightly greased 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top for a crunchy topping.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove from oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1824.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2038.3

Total Fat 61.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g
Cholesterol 120.1mg	0%
Sodium 4973.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 145.5g	0%

Vitamin D 472.2IU	0%
Calcium 1126.1mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 2927.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 28.7%

Carbs: 44.2%