{"id":381236,"date":"2017-12-06T02:00:28","date_gmt":"2017-12-06T02:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/?post_type=collection&p=381236"},"modified":"2024-09-24T03:45:51","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T08:45:51","slug":"healthy-pasta-recipes","status":"publish","type":"listicle","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/healthy-pasta-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"77 Healthy Pasta Recipes That Ditch the Guilt"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Chicken Cacciatore<\/a><\/h2>This chicken cacciatore recipe is simple\u2014it\u2019s just chicken simmered with onions, bell peppers and mushrooms in a robust tomato sauce. But the ingredients combine to create a rustic stew with hearty, rich, complex flavors.
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Creamy Skinny Pasta Casserole<\/a><\/h2>Baked pasta is a favorite potluck dish, so I altered some of the ingredients in my traditional recipe to make it lower in calories. Try it with ground beef, too! \u2014Andrea Bolden, Unionville, Tennessee\r\n
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Thai Chicken Pasta<\/a><\/h2>I try to buy fresh chicken when it\u2019s on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then cut it up and package it in small amounts suitable for recipes like this. When I want it, I just need to pull it out of the freezer and let it thaw. \u2014Jeni Pittard, Canon, Georgia
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Weeknight Pasta Squiggles<\/a><\/h2>This zesty pasta dish is ideal for busy weeknights. It's low on ingredients and easy to prep, and it tastes so comforting when the weather turns cool. A salad on the side makes it a meal. \u2014Stacey Brown, Spring, Texas\r\n\r\n
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Gingered Spaghetti Salad<\/a><\/h2>We love this chilled chicken salad brimming with colorful veggies. Make it meatless by omitting the chicken and tossing in more edamame. \u2014Cindy Heinbaugh, Aurora, Colorado
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Spicy Pork and Butternut Squash Ragu<\/a><\/h2>This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo that's perfect for cooler fall weather and satisfying after a day spent outdoors. \u2014Monica Osterhaus, Paducah, Kentucky
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Cheese Manicotti<\/a><\/h2>Cheese manicotti was the first meal I cooked for my husband, and all these years later, he still enjoys it! \u2014Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
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Pepper Ricotta Primavera<\/a><\/h2>Garlic, peppers and herbs top creamy ricotta cheese in this meatless skillet meal you can make in just 20 minutes. \u2014Janet Boulger, Botwood, Newfoundland and Labrador
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Taco Stuffed Shells<\/a><\/h2>Taco stuffed shells are a welcome twist on Taco Tuesday\u2014easy to make, with results that are sure to please. Make it once, and this recipe just may end up with its very own weeknight slot.
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BLT Skillet<\/a><\/h2>This quick weeknight meal reminds me of a BLT, with its chunks of bacon and tomato. The whole wheat linguine gives the skillet dish extra flavor and texture. \u2014Edrie O'Brien, Denver, Colorado
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Beef Burgundy Over Noodles<\/a><\/h2>I got this delightful beef burgundy from my sister-in-law many years ago and have used it ever since. The tender beef, mushrooms and flavorful sauce are delicious over noodles. \u2014Margaret Welder, Madrid, Iowa
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Peanut Ginger Pasta<\/a><\/h2>To get that luscious taste of Thai cuisine, combine ginger, basil, lime and peanut butter in a sauce for linguine. It's so good, we've never had leftovers. \u2014Allil Binder, Spokane, Washington
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Creamy Avocado Manicotti<\/a><\/h2> I am always looking for creative ways to make vegetarian dinners a little different. I grow my own basil, and avocados are a versatile favorite, so this recipe is a fantastic way to make manicotti that's a little unusual. \u2014Jennifer Coduto, Kent, Ohio
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Bow Tie & Spinach Salad<\/a><\/h2>With pasta salad, it\u2019s easy to change up ingredients. We like to add grilled chicken and pine nuts, and sometimes we substitute black beans for the garbanzo beans. \u2014Julie Kirkpatrick, Billings, Montana
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Gluten-Free Chili Beef Pasta<\/a><\/h2>After I got married, my aunt gave me her recipe for skillet spaghetti and told me it was ideal for a quick weeknight meal. Over the years I\u2019ve tinkered with the ingredients and played with the seasonings to make it healthier. It's a dish my family truly loves. \u2014Kristen Killian, Depew, New York
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Grilled Southwestern Steak Salad<\/a><\/h2>Pasta salad loaded with steak, peppers and onions makes both my boyfriend and me happy. Plus, it\u2019s versatile! We serve it hot, room temperature or cold. \u2014Yvonne Starlin, Westmoreland, Tennessee
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Rigatoni Chard Toss<\/a><\/h2>I had to get my firefighter husband to eat more fruits and veggies to lower his cholesterol and triglycerides. Fresh chard and tomatoes add a lot of fiber and vitamins to our diets, but we love this recipe for the flavor. While he would never admit to eating \"health food\" around the firehouse, this dish is one of many that made his trips to the doctor much more pleasant! \u2014Carolyn Kumpe, El Dorado, California
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Rich Baked Spaghetti<\/a><\/h2>It takes a little longer to make baked spaghetti, but the difference in taste, texture and richness is well worth the time. I serve this lasagna-style dish with a tossed green salad and breadsticks for a hearty, healthy meal. \u2014Betty Rabe, Mahtomedi, Minnesota
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Beef Lo Mein<\/a><\/h2>This simple beef lo mein is easy to toss together with the veggies you have on hand. And since it uses spaghetti, you won't have to go searching for special noodles.
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Homemade Fettuccine<\/a><\/h2>This homemade fettuccine recipe will give you a real taste of Italy. No pasta maker required! \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Penne with Veggies and Black Beans<\/a><\/h2>Chock-full of zucchini, tomatoes, sweet pepper and carrots, this hearty pasta dish puts your garden harvest to good use. For variety, I sometimes add one-half cup of salsa or one-half cup of thickened teriyaki sauce. \u2014Vickie Spoerle, Indianapolis, Indiana
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Turkey Sausage with Pasta<\/a><\/h2>If you're looking for recipes with turkey sausage, stop here. This has the perfect blend of meaty, veggie and cheesy goodness. You'll be craving what's good for you when this pasta dish is on the menu. \u2014Mary Tallman, Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin
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Pasta with Veggies<\/a><\/h2>This pasta with veggies recipe makes for a light, fresh dish, yet it's hearty enough to enjoy as a main meal. Round it out with garlic bread and a crisp salad.
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Rosemary Shrimp with Spaghetti<\/a><\/h2>I came up with this recipe on a busy weeknight when I was pressed for time. Now it\u2019s my go-to dish whenever I need a quick, nutritious meal. Serve this with garlic bread so you can scoop every last bit of goodness off your plate! \u2014Candace Havely, Sterling, Colorado
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Pizza Spaghetti<\/a><\/h2>The idea for this recipe came to me when I saw someone dip a slice of pizza into a pasta dish. My wife and kids love it, and so do my friends! \u2014Robert Smith, Las Vegas, Nevada
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Hearty Penne Beef<\/a><\/h2>This is comfort food at its finest! The best of everything is found here\u2014it's tasty, easy and a smart way to sneak in some spinach for extra nutrition. \u2014Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
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Sweet Onion & Sausage Spaghetti<\/a><\/h2>Sweet onion seasons turkey, adding rich flavor to Mary Relyea\u2019s wholesome pasta dish. At home in Canastota, New York, she tosses it together with light cream, basil and tomatoes for a quick, springy meal in minutes.
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Greek Orzo Salad<\/a><\/h2>This tart, refreshing salad is a big hit in my home. All the tasty toppings\u2014including red onions, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese and a zesty dressing\u2014give it extra interest. \u2014Judy Roberts, Las Vegas, Nevada
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Tuna Steak on Fettuccine<\/a><\/h2>For something new to do with tuna, I suggest this tangy dish. Although I prefer the marinade on tuna or mahi mahi, it's scrumptious on any fish, grilled, baked or broiled. \u2014Caren Stearns, Austin, Texas
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Creamy Pasta Primavera<\/a><\/h2>When I think of springtime, asparagus comes to mind. This pasta dish is a wonderful blend of tender, crisp, colorful vegetables and a creamy Parmesan cheese sauce. \u2014Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
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Shrimp Tortellini<\/a><\/h2>Shrimp tortellini is an easy and versatile pasta toss that comes that comes together in minutes. It's a satisfying meal the whole family will love, and one that you can easily customize with your favorite vegetables.
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Makeover Easy Beef-Stuffed Shells<\/a><\/h2>Enjoy the convenience of this make-ahead dish or bake right away. Either way, it has half the saturated fat of the original recipe but is just as meaty. \u2014Blair Lonergan, Rochelle, Virginia\r\n
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Enchilada Stuffed Shells<\/a><\/h2>I served this entree to my husband, my sister and my brother-in-law, who is a hard-to-please eater. He said he liked it and even took leftovers for lunch the next day\u2014I was thrilled! \u2014Rebecca Stout, Conroe, Texas
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Spinach-Basil Lasagna<\/a><\/h2>In the kitchen, my husband and I like to use classic ingredients in new ways. I came up with this lasagna one day and haven't made another type since. We love it! \u2014Charlotte Gehle, Brownstown, Michigan