How to Make Tuna Lasagne
Lasagne is a classic Italian dish that is often made with meat or vegetables. This recipe for tuna lasagne is a healthier option that is still packed with flavor. It is also very easy to make, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pound of lasagna noodles
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 1 jar of pasta sauce
- 1/2 cup of ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Boil the lasagna noodles according to the package directions.
- In a large bowl, combine the tuna, pasta sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the lasagna in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Start by layering the noodles, sauce, and cheese mixture. Repeat layers until the dish is full.
- Cover the lasagna with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the lasagna cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
FAQ
Q: What can use instead of tuna?
You can use shredded chicken, ground beef, or tofu in place of the tuna.
Q: What can use instead of pasta sauce?
You can use marinara sauce, red sauce, or Alfredo sauce in place of the pasta sauce.
Q: What can use instead of ricotta cheese?
You can use cottage cheese, cream cheese, or mashed potatoes in place of the ricotta cheese.
Q: What can use instead of mozzarella cheese?
You can use cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, or provolone cheese in place of the mozzarella cheese.
Q: What can use instead of Parmesan cheese?
You can use Romano cheese, Asiago cheese, or Pecorino Romano cheese in place of the Parmesan cheese.
Q: What can use instead of egg?
You can use a flax egg or a chia egg in place of the egg.
Q: What can use instead of oregano?
You can use basil, thyme, or rosemary in place of the oregano.
Q: What can use instead of salt?
You can use garlic powder, onion powder, or smoked paprika in place of the salt.
Q: What can use instead of black pepper?
You can use cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or white pepper in place of the black pepper.
Pros
- Tuna lasagne is a healthier option than traditional lasagne made with meat or vegetables.
- Tuna lasagne is very easy to make, so it is perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
- Tuna lasagne is delicious and satisfying, so it is sure to please everyone.
Tips
- To make the sauce ahead of time, combine the ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for 15 minutes.
- To make the lasagne ahead of time, assemble the dish and then cover it with foil. Refrigerate for up
simple recipe for tuna lasagne
1 can of tuna, drained
1/2 cup of mayonnaise
1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup of chopped onion
1/4 cup of chopped celery
1/4 cup of chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
350 degrees Fahrenheit
Preheat oven to 180 degrees C (160 degrees fan-forced).
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 (15 ounce) can tuna, drained
1 (10 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (1 pound) package lasagna noodles
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 pound of lasagna noodles
1 can of tuna, drained
1/2 cup of ricotta cheese
1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup of marinara sauce
1/4 cup of grated onion
1/4 cup of chopped bell pepper
1/4 cup of chopped carrot
1/4 cup of chopped celery
1/4 cup of chopped parsley
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
1/8 teaspoon of dried oregano
1/8 teaspoon of dried basil
1/8 teaspoon of garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon of onion powder
Tuna, tomato sauce, and béchamel sauce.
A mixture of mozzarella and cheddar cheese is a good choice for tuna lasagne.