If you’re looking for a healthy dinner your whole family will love, these pasta recipes are perfect for you. From spinach mushroom farfalle to creamy tortellini soup, we’ve rounded up our best healthy pasta recipes, all of which are low-effort and have so much flavor. Let’s dive in!
Parmesan Spinach Mushroom Pasta Skillet
This parmesan spinach mushroom pasta is an easy 20-minute dinner with sautéed mushrooms, fresh spinach, garlic, and plenty of parmesan.
Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta Recipe
This creamy shrimp pasta recipe will become your new favorite! Ready in 25 minutes, shrimp is cooked in a creamy garlic sauce with sun-dried tomatoes. A simple and fast shrimp recipe for an easy weeknight dinner!
Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe
This tomato spinach sausage pasta is an easy 30-minute dinner with Italian sausage, fresh tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and plenty of flavor.
Easy Corn Avocado Pasta Salad
Pasta salad with creamy avocado slices is so easy to make! the best Pasta salad to add to your dinner table. - One bowl of this healthy pasta salad will delight even the pickiest eaters!
Baked Salmon and Pasta
This delicious baked salmon and pasta dish is top restaurant-quality. You'll love the salmon and pasta combo - 100% guaranteed!
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil
Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!
Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta
Give this tomato spinach chicken pasta recipe a try anytime you are craving comfort food!
Garlic Broccoli Stir-Fry with Pasta
This broccoli stir fry recipe with pasta cannot get easier or quicker! It's loaded with flavor and ready in less than 30mn.
Sausage Pasta Skillet
This sausage pasta skillet combines Italian sausage, penne, tomatoes, bell pepper, garlic, and herbs for an easy, flavorful dinner ready in 20 minutes.
Mozzarella Pasta Salad
This mozzarella pasta salad is the perfect side dish or main course for a warm Spring or Summer evening!
Healthy Tomato Zucchini Pasta
This healthy tomato zucchini pasta is an easy vegetarian dinner with sautéed zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, parmesan, and plenty of fresh herbs.
Chicken Pasta in Creamy Pesto Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
This creamy pesto chicken pasta recipe is a restaurant-style meal, packed with flavor and ready in 30 minutes.
Tortellini Pasta in Garlic Spinach Tomato Sauce
This tortellini pasta with spinach and tomatoes makes an easy 20-minute dinner with garlic, parmesan, and a simple fresh tomato sauce.
One-Pot Chicken Fajita With Orzo Pasta
This chicken fajita orzo pasta is a nourishing one-pot dish that screams comfort food!
Tomato Zucchini Shrimp Pasta
This zucchini tomato shrimp pasta recipe is a perfect weeknight dinner. You can make the shrimp pasta in less than 30 minutes and everyone loves it!
Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad
This Pesto chicken pasta salad recipe is like a circus of flavors at every bite!
Orzo Pasta Salad
A light and refreshing orzo pasta salad with capers, bell peppers, cheese, and a light dressing. You'll love this cold orzo pasta salad recipe for potlucks, picnics, and outdoor parties!
Beef Pasta in Tomato Sauce {Beef Ragu Pasta}
Ground beef pasta recipe is so delicious and so comforting! Everything is cooked in one pot - Everyone will love this easy pasta dish!
Chicken Stir Fry Noodles
These chicken stir fry noodles combine tender chicken, broccoli, carrots, and noodles in a savory ginger, soy, and hoisin sauce for an easy weeknight dinner.
Instant Pot Lasagna Soup Recipe
This easy Instant lasagna soup brings all your favorite lasagna flavors in one amazing recipe.
Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta
This tomato spinach shrimp pasta recipe is healthy, light, and delicious comfort food. Perfect for easy healthy dinners or date night.
Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta
This tomato spinach chicken pasta recipe is a hearty and nutritious meal!
One-Pan Parmesan Chicken Pasta
This One-Pan Parmesan Chicken Pasta is on your table in under 30 minutes. No extra dishes required!
Creamy Pesto Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
Creamy Pesto Pasta is quick and easy to throw together in no time. You'll enjoy this creamy pesto pasta recipe any night of the week!
Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Spinach
This easy garlic shrimp pasta with spinach combines juicy shrimp, spaghetti, garlic, butter, and parmesan for a quick dinner ready in less than 30 minutes.
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Cucumber and Parmesan Balsamic Dressing
This chicken pasta salad is simple to make and super delicious. Perfect for summer potlucks and BBQs, or as a quick family dinner.
Italian Sausage Tomato Pasta Soup {Instant Pot}
This quick and easy Italian sausage and pasta soup made in the Instant Pot is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Corn Pasta Salad with Ham and Creamy Dressing
This Creamy Corn Pasta Salad is perfect for sharing at any summer gathering! Try this pasta salad with ham and creamy dressing for a quick, fresh, and delicious meal any time of the year.
Tips for healthy pasta meals
- Use whole-grain pasta. Whole grain pasta is a healthier option than white pasta, as it contains more fiber and nutrients.
- Choose a healthier sauce. Instead of a heavy cream-based sauce, you can make a sauce with vegetables, such as tomato or spinach.
- Add fresh vegetables. Adding in fresh vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, and onions adds bulk and nutrition to your pasta dish.
- Leaner meats such as chicken, turkey, and lean ground beef provide protein without adding too much saturated fat.
- Use broth or reduced-fat milk. Use low-sodium broth or reduced-fat milk instead of cream to add flavor to your dish.
- Limit the amount of cheese: We all love a good cheesy pasta! It’s true cheese adds flavor but also adds fat and calories to your pasta dinner. Try using only a small amount of cheese or a low-fat variety.
- Herbs and spices can add flavor to your pasta dish without the extra calories.
- Skip the bread! Instead of having bread or garlic bread along with your pasta, opt for a side of steamed vegetables or a salad so you keep carbs under control.
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