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Why push away the pasta just because the weather is warming up? Enjoy spaghetti, ziti, fettuccine, and more all spring long tossed with fresh spring vegetables, seafood, and lighter sauces. Many of these light pasta recipes are quick to throw together, too, giving you more time to enjoy the longer daylight hours outside after dinner.
01 of 20
Spaghetti Salad
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“This spaghetti salad with fresh veggies and Italian dressing makes a great summer dish for sharing and will taste even better the next day — if it makes it overnight!” —Sherie H
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02 of 20
Pesto Pasta with Chicken
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“This chicken pesto pasta is easy and delicious. Serve with crusty bread and salad for a quick dinner. Use as much or as little pesto sauce as you like. Using homemade pesto will taste even better, but it adds to prep time. Enjoy!” —Kristin
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03 of 20
Lemon Asparagus Pasta
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“This appetizing asparagus pasta dish is flavored with lemon zest and lemon juice. It’s easy to make and can sit out during warm weather. Can be served hot, warm, or cold.” —Chop Suey
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04 of 20
Suki’s Spinach and Feta Pasta
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“Spinach, tomatoes, and mushrooms mingle with tangy feta cheese in this quick and easy dish for a summer night or anytime.” —Allrecipes Member
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05 of 20
Creamy Garlic Pasta
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“As far as creamy pasta recipes, this is the best I have ever had. Add prawns and/or scallops to make an amazing seafood Alfredo.” —Celestial
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06 of 20
Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
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“I created this simple Sicilian-style spinach and sun-dried tomato pasta recipe one day when trying to use up some sun-dried tomatoes.” —madball911
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07 of 20
Pasta Pomodoro
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“Easy and light pasta dish with tomatoes and garlic. Cooked chicken breast chunks or shrimp can also be added to sauce for a great main dish!” —Dinah
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08 of 20
Light Lemon Pesto Pasta
“Light, yet full of flavor, this pesto is perfect tossed with hot spaghetti for a quick dinner. It is also excellent as a pizza sauce or smeared on hot French bread. It freezes well to preserve the bounty of summer basil.” — Baking Nana
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09 of 20
Sicilian Anchovy Pasta
“This anchovy pasta is quick, easy and very tasty. If you love anchovies and pasta, this recipe is for you. Serve with crusty Italian bread, if desired.” —Simon
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10 of 20
Spaghetti with Garlic and Basil
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“This is a delicious and quick pasta dish. Serve with a green salad and garlic bread.” —Marilyn Perzik
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11 of 20
Spinach Basil Pasta Salad
“Use this delicious spinach and basil pasta salad as an alternative to traditional pasta or potato salads at your BBQ!” —_jennifer
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12 of 20
Creamy Crab and Pasta Salad
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“Crab pasta salad tossed with a creamy, seasoned sauce and served chilled.” —dakota kelly
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13 of 20
Asparagus Pasta
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“A quick and easy recipe for creamy asparagus pasta seasoned with lemon and garlic.” —Ita Mac Airt
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14 of 20
Creamy Lemon Vegetable Pasta
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“This citrus pasta made with asparagus, artichoke hearts, spinach, and lemon makes a refreshing weeknight dinner for the summertime.” —Almond Breeze
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15 of 20
Pasta Primavera with Cauliflower Sauce
“This pasta with cauliflower sauce is a terrific way to eat healthy. If you’re not using high-protein pasta, you can double the protein per serving by adding 8 ounces of cooked and sliced chicken breast.” —Caitlyn Diimig, RD
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16 of 20
Ramp Pasta with Tomato and Bacon
“Try this quick and easy ramp pasta dish whenever you can get your hands on fresh ramps. Combined with tomatoes, capers, and bacon, this pasta is a winner.” —Lena
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17 of 20
Chef John’s Pasta Primavera
“Chef John’s pasta primavera recipe is quite straightforward. Spaghetti or fettuccine is tossed with an array of fresh spring vegetables. When done right, this is one of the year’s great seasonal recipes. It looks, smells, and tastes like a cool, sunny spring day.” —John Mitzewich
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18 of 20
Elegant Penne with Asparagus and Shrimp
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“This is a healthy, hearty, yet elegant recipe that is good enough for guests. It is also very easy and can be made with little notice. With low-carb pasta this can a good low-carb meal idea.” —MissyPorkChop
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19 of 20
Savory Sea Scallops and Angel Hair Pasta
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“This scallop pasta dish is a very simple, easy-to-prep meal that you will most likely be asked to make again! The taste, if carefully prepared and not overcooked, is incredible.” —JIM F
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One Pan Orecchiette Pasta
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“One of the easiest pasta dishes to make. Easily doubled too. I have subbed spinach and rapini for the arugula. I have made it a habit to add sliced mushrooms as well. We love this and keep it in rotation” —Monica
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