Ingredients for Baked Brown Rice Tuna Casserole
- 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna, drained
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup french fried onions
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
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How to Make Baked Brown Rice Tuna Casserole
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 cup of chopped celery and sauté until tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in 1 ½ cups cooked brown rice, 2 (5 ounce) cans tuna (drained), 2 large eggs, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
- Gently fold in ½ cup mayonnaise.
- Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. (Consider adding other spices like paprika or garlic powder for extra flavor).
- Pour the mixture into a greased 1 ½-quart casserole dish.
- Top with ½ cup thinly sliced onion rings.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
7g
Fat
16g
Carbs
24g
