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Keto Tuna Noodle Casserole

Cultural Context

Keto Tuna Noodle Casserole is a modern twist on the classic tuna noodle casserole, which has been a staple in American homes since the mid-20th century. This dish offers a low-carb alternative, making it suitable for those following a ketogenic diet. It retains the comforting flavors of the original while substituting traditional pasta with zucchini noodles, allowing for a healthier, guilt-free meal that still satisfies cravings for creamy, cheesy goodness. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different vegetables or cheeses to suit personal tastes.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cans water-packed tuna
2 whole hard-boiled eggs
1 egg yolk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum
2 tablespoons sodium alginate
3 cups water
protein sparing bread (1/4 recipe, cut into pieces)

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: mozzarella cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while still melting well

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Water + bouillon is a cost-effective alternative to broth

zucchini noodles

🥗Healthier: spiralized carrots

💰Cheaper: pasta made from chickpeas

Chickpea pasta offers a similar texture with more protein

1

Prepare the egg noodles using the spherification method with 2 whole hard-boiled eggs and 1 egg yolk.

2

Liquefy the eggs in a Vitamix.

3

Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum to the liquefied eggs and mix.

4

Incorporate 2 tablespoons sodium alginate and blend for 3 minutes until it reaches a pudding-like texture.

5

Refrigerate the mixture for about 30 minutes to allow bubbles to settle.

6

While the noodle mixture is chilling, open 2 cans of water-packed tuna and set aside.

7

Prepare the casserole by cutting up 1/4 of a recipe of protein sparing bread into pieces for the topping.

8

Assemble the casserole with the tuna and the protein sparing bread topping.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbaking

Equipment Needed

Vitamixsqueeze bottlefunnelglass bowl

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Dietary

keto

Allergens

dairyfish

Also Known As

Tuna CasseroleLow-Carb Tuna Casserole

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