Dive fork-first into these delicious and nutritious pasta recipes.
This pairing of nutrients can help keep you feeling fuller and more energized for longer.
The zucchini melts into the sauce, while Dijon mustard and lemon zest brighten the flavor.
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It works well as a vegetarian main dish or can be divided into smaller portions as a side dish.
If you have pine nuts on hand, sprinkle them over the top for a little crunch.
Serve with crusty garlic bread and a green salad on the side.
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To amp up the veggies even more, try adding asparagus or peas to the dish.
Cooking the pasta right in the sauce saves time and cleanup while infusing the noodles with more flavor.
Goat cheese adds creaminess while walnuts provide a satisfying crunch in this healthy pasta dish.
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Cooking lima beans in pancetta drippings infuses them with flavor.
Be sure to save some of the pasta-cooking water, as it helps the sauce emulsify.
Ingredients like oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives and toasty pine nuts help to build big flavor fast.
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We add pancetta and chopped walnuts for even more richness.
This simple dish is light, quick and easy to whip up on a busy weeknight.
White balsamic vinegar adds tang and a hint of sweetness in this easy weeknight dinner.
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The tomatoes get sweet and tender and turn into sauce with the stock and the pasta.
Without ever adding any butter, the spaghetti sauce is rich and silky.
Adding the herbs at the end gives the dish a fresh pop of color and flavor.
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Creamy Broccoli Pasta
If you’re looking for a simple weeknight pasta dish, look no further.
Serve with a green salad on the side.
Or simply serve it over your favorite steamed vegetables for an easy side dish.
If youd rather make just enough sauce for this pasta, simply cut the sauce amounts in half.
Creamy Spinach Pasta
This might be one of the creamiest light pasta dishes youve ever had!
The mascarpone cheese adds a richness to the spinach pasta thats unexpectedespecially in a healthy pasta recipe.
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