Light Pasta Recipes Perfect for Spring Nights
Pasta doesn’t have to be heavy or complicated to feel satisfying, especially when spring ingredients start showing up. These recipes keep things simple while adding fresh flavors that make dinner feel lighter and much more interesting.
Each one is built for easy cooking without giving up flavor, making them perfect for busy nights when you still want something that feels seasonal. After a few of these, pasta might just become your go-to again this spring.
Pasta with Peas and Ham
Pasta with peas and ham is a classic Italian dish that combines the savory flavors of ham with the sweetness of peas and the comfort of pasta. This simple, satisfying recipe is perfect for a quick, delicious weeknight dinner. Garnish it with chopped, fresh basil leaves.
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Chorizo Pasta and Fried Basil
This Chorizo Pasta and fried basil is a fast, flavorful meal with only ten major ingredients. It’s fresh, cheesy, and so tasty, and it is done in less than 20 minutes. It’s another perfect, delicious meal for any busy weeknight.
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Chicken Lasagna with Spinach
This Chicken Lasagna Recipe with Spinach uses fresh chicken breasts, ensuring the meat stays tender, juicy, and full of flavor. It’s a delicious twist on traditional lasagna, layering creamy spinach, rich cheese, and perfectly seasoned chicken for a comforting, hearty, and satisfying dish. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in, this lasagna is both comforting and packed with wholesome ingredients.
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Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
Bruschetta Chicken Pasta is an easy weeknight dinner full of fresh tomatoes, basil, and pasta, with balsamic vinegar and seasoned chicken on top!
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Asparagus Lasagna (lasagne agli asparagi)
This traditional Italian asparagus lasagna is a light and flavourful asparagus pasta recipe from my home in the Veneto, Italy. Also known locally as ‘pasticcio di asparagi’ or ‘lasagne agli asparagi’, this easy spring lasagna recipe uses just a few main ingredients. Perfect for special occasions like Mother’s Day and Easter, as well as Sunday lunch!
Get the Recipe: Asparagus Lasagna (lasagne agli asparagi).
Ricotta Lemon Pasta
One-pot ricotta-lemon pasta with arugula and parmesan cheese! Make an easy lemon ricotta pasta sauce in just a few steps to enjoy this deliciously bright dinner!
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Fresh Asparagus Pea Lemon Pasta
We are showcasing the lovely and versatile Shirataki noodles from House Foods today with this Fresh Asparagus Pea Lemon Pasta. Ken gets so excited when I am doing recipe development with this brand. He is a true carnivore, but is so enthusiastic about us working with these noodles every time I use them.
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Ramp Pesto Pasta with Shaved Asparagus
This recipe for Pasta with Shaved Asparagus and Ramp Pesto is easy to make and perfect for spring! The ramps are pungent and perfect for pesto, while the sweet asparagus balances everything out.
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Pasta Primavera Recipe
Pasta Primavera is a vibrant and easy-to-make pasta recipe packed full of fresh seasonal veggies in a light butter Parmesan cream sauce. Not just for spring and summer, enjoy this versatile and delicious recipe year-round with all of your favorite in-season vegetables.
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Lemon Asparagus Pasta
This lemon-asparagus pasta is an easy 30-minute meal, perfect for any night of the week! Pasta is tossed in a creamy, silky, lemony sauce with sautéed asparagus, shallots, & toasted almonds. It’s a simple dinner recipe that everyone will love!
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Pasta e Piselli (Peas) with Pancetta
This pasta e piselli with pancetta is the perfect springtime pasta dish. Al dente pasta gets a bright makeover with fresh, sweet peas, salty pancetta, and the easiest sauce you could imagine – just like my quick and easy lemon bucatini. Paired with some airy focaccia, you have an easy and light weeknight meal!
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Delicious Spring Roll Salad With Peanut Dressing
This easy-to-prepare, deconstructed Spring Roll Salad With Peanut Dressing is packed with fresh vegetables and comforting rice noodles, and infused with a healthy peanut butter dressing that brings it all together—vegan, gluten-free, refined-sugar-free, and so satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Delicious Spring Roll Salad With Peanut Dressing.
Creamy Vegan Pasta Bake
Try this creamy vegan pasta bake, featuring a rich green goddess alfredo sauce and hearty vegetables. A perfect springtime dinner the family will love!
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