Tuna Potato Bake

Cozy, comforting, and irresistibly satisfying, this Tuna Potato Bake is the ultimate family-friendly dinner that combines creamy mashed potatoes, savory tuna, and vibrant peas in a rich, cheesy casserole. Featuring layers of buttery mashed potatoes, a flavorful tuna filling infused with sautéed onion, garlic, and thyme, and a crispy topping of golden cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs, this baked dish is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and ingredients like pantry-staple canned tuna and frozen peas, this recipe is both convenient and budget-friendly. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this hearty bake serves six and pairs beautifully with a fresh salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg potatoes
• 4 tbsp butter
• 0.5 cup milk
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 400 g canned tuna
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
• 1 medium onion
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into roughly equal-sized pieces. Place them in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15–20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 2

While the potatoes are boiling, preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a little olive oil.

Step 3

Finely dice the onion and mince the garlic. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until soft, about 3–4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.

Step 4

Stir the drained tuna, frozen peas, and dried thyme into the skillet. Mix well and set aside.

Step 5

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper, then mash until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning, if needed.

Step 6

Spread half of the mashed potatoes evenly into the prepared baking dish. Layer the tuna mixture over the mashed potatoes and sprinkle 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese on top.

Step 7

Spread the remaining mashed potatoes over the tuna and cheese layer. Smooth the surface and top with the remaining grated cheddar cheese and breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the dish is heated through.

Step 9

Let the Tuna Potato Bake cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2692.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3762.3

Total Fat 144.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 523.8mg	0%
Sodium 6314.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 414.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.0g	0%
Total Sugars 44.0g
Protein 220.4g	0%

Vitamin D 430.6IU	0%
Calcium 2158.7mg	0%
Iron 26.2mg	0%
Potassium 9875.4mg	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: 33.8%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 43.2%