Having a slew of healthy pasta recipes on hand is a must for busy families. These easy recipes are some of our favorites!
If I was a betting woman, I think it would be pretty safe to bet that pasta is one of your go-to dinners on busy nights. In our house, I'd win bundles of money on that assumption. When you have a couple of boxes of pasta at your fingertips and some sort of protein and array of veggies in the fridge, you can whip up a healthy meal faster than a short order cook at the local diner.
All of these pasta recipes are not only healthy, but many can be made in 30 minutes or less. And dare I say that your body will thank you for a vegetable-packed option that might even leave you with leftovers for tomorrow's lunch?
Typically we just throw in whatever veggies and meat or beans that we have on hand, along with some tomato sauce or a dollop of pesto. However, if you'd like a recipe to follow or would like to try something a little different, these healthy pasta recipes are some of our favorites.
Having the right tools on hand makes meal prep even faster. In our house, that means a pasta pot with built-in strainer insert and our all-time favorite everyday pan, which truly gets used every single day in our kitchen, for everything from pasta dishes to one-pot dinners.
Healthy Pasta Recipes
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Every home cook needs a go-to healthy pasta recipe, with a great homemade tomato sauce. This chicken penne pasta takes just 30 minutes, from stovetop to table.
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This easy mushroom broccoli pasta is the ultimate quick and healthy weeknight dinner. There's tons of flavor, thanks to caramelized onions, garlic and Parmesan cheese.
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There's so much to love about Lemon Orzo Salad! Pasta salad recipes are ideal for potlucks, quick and easy to make and packed with so much flavor. Skip the feta cheese to make it vegan and dairy-free.
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One of the best pasta dishes I've eaten in a long time! This roasted cauliflower pasta is flavored with caramelized onions, spinach and hazelnuts. Uses mostly pantry staples!
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This pesto turkey stuffed shells recipe is lightened up with one of my favorite baked pasta tricks. They were an immediate hit with my whole family!
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Fast, fresh and flavorful, this smoked salmon linguini with a white wine sauce, leeks and dill is the perfect balance of light, smoky and bright.
Will you miss the meat in this tasty Roasted Tomato and Mushroom Pasta recipe? Not a chance! Perfect for a meatless dinner option. 264 calories and 6 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
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This make-ahead rice noodle recipe, packed with chicken and asparagus, can be made in 20 minutes. Switch up the vegetables and meat to suit your taste buds.
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In this lemon salmon pasta recipe, caramelized onions, fresh dill and lemon zest add brightness and depth to a simple dinner.
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Baked ziti with sausage and peppers is fantastic for feeding a crowd! Make-ahead and freezer directions are included, which makes entertaining or weeknight cooking even easier.
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This Israeli couscous recipe is inspired by my family's favorite white wine pasta. In this recipe, chicken sausage and feta cheese add fantastic flavor to the easy sauce.
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Welcome spring with this Shrimp Pasta Primavera Salad! Packed with asparagus and snap peas, it's perfect for a light dinner or picnic lunch.
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Get your greens in with this delicious arugula pasta salad with roasted tomatoes! Not only is it healthy and easy to make, but it's also vegan and plant-based. A win-win for your taste buds and your body!
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This seductive, savory pasta whole wheat pasta recipe is salty, tangy, garlicky and fresh from julienned slices of fresh zucchini. 299 calories and 8 Weight Watchers SmartPoints
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The flavors in these vegetarian lasagna rolls are the definition of comfort food! Roasted eggplant, zucchini and mushroom give a great meaty texture and smoky flavor to this healthy dinner recipe. 185 calories and 6 Weight Watcher Freestyle SP
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Peanut butter noodles are a fantastic make-ahead meal. Packed with vegetables and tossed with a tasty peanut dressing, they can be served as a side dish or light plant based meal.
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If you've never tried Korean glass noodles, now's the time! This sweet potato noodle recipe, called Japchae, is filled with chicken, vegetables & tons of flavor! 284 calories and 7 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
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Ditch the mayo and bring this Tuna Pasta Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette to the next backyard barbecue or family picnic. A lightened-up classic is always a surefire winner!
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This ground turkey lasagna recipe is great for feeding a crowd! Pair it with a salad for a meal that everyone will love. 326 calories and 6 Weight Watchers SP
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Whip up this pasta salad for a healthy make-ahead meal or to bring to a potluck. Whole wheat pasta, perfectly seared shrimp and artichokes make a fantastic combination!
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The easy dinner recipe combines fresh Chinese noodles with lean chicken, vitamin-filled bok choy, baby corn and a silky hoisin sauce.
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When you have leftover turkey (or chicken), try these lasagna rolls, filled with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach.
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Singapore noodles, with a few changes, is one of my family's favorite meals. Shrimp, edamame and tons of veggies & flavor!
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This easy pasta dish has plenty of flavor and protein, and is a fantastic vegetarian meal.
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This one pot orzo recipe, with shrimp and peas, is the ultimate comfort meal and comes together in just 25 minutes.
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Try this vegetarian dinner recipe of Kale, Mushroom & Sun-Dried Tomato Lasagna Rolls for your next Meatless Monday meal. 160 calories and 5 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
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Healthy and delicious! This gluten free soba noodle salad is packed with lean protein and vegetables.
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Avocado Curry Rice Noodles with Shrimp…Creamy, a little spicy and so tasty!
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This easy whole wheat pasta salad is packed with salmon and tomatoes, and tossed with a herb-infused dressing. Perfect for summertime potlucks and picnics!
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This healthy lasagne recipe is livened up with basil pesto and sauteed bell peppers. A fun take on a classic favorite.
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Liven up store-bought ravioli by tossing them with an easy mixture of sun-dried tomatoes, arugula, hazelnuts and Parmesan cheese.
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Dig right into these healthy soba noodle bowls for a quick and filling meal! Packed with veggies and tossed with an easy homemade peanut sauce.
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This Baked Tortellini casserole is a fantastic way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. 335 calories and 9 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
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From the kitchen of Cookin' Canuck. www.cookincanuck.com
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Win at The Equipped Cook
Pasta is definitely a favorite in our household. I'm always keen to find quick and easy weeknight meals to throw together for the family so these hit the spot! Thanks for sharing.
Grady's line camp
Love these, it's mouthwatering and uses lesser time to cook than the usual I did, great post!
Grady's Line Camp
Thanks for sharing the wonderful pasta recipes. They all look great and I can't wait to try them.
Debbie
Do you have a favorite brand of whole wheat pasta? I've tried to switch to whole wheat pasta but haven't been able to find a brand that I particularly like.