23 Fresh Spring Pasta Recipes To Start Enjoying Now
Spinach Asparagus Pesto Pasta With Shrimp. Photo, Ashley Capp. Food styling, Ashley Denton. Prop styling, Madeleine Johari.
We're channelling warm weather vibes with these fresh spring pasta recipes. Pasta is something many of us have on hand, and one of our favourites for those blustery, in-between days—or the first few days of warmer, sunnier weather.
Spinach Asparagus Pesto Pasta With Shrimp
Asparagus and spinach makes a yummy pesto for this 25-minute dish. Get this spinach asparagus pesto pasta with shrimp recipe.
Spaghetti Alla Nerano (Zucchini and Provolone Pasta)
"In the traditional version of this coastal dish, the zucchini is deep fried and set to rest for 24 hours. That’s time and quantities of oil I just don’t have these days. With a bit of multitasking, this version comes together in 30 minutes. I like to think Stanley Tucci—who famously calls this unctuous spaghetti his hands-down favourite pasta—would still approve." Get Chantal Braganza's spaghetti all nerano (zucchini and provolone pasta) recipe.
One-Pot Primavera Pasta With Spring Peas
You can make this bright pasta with just one pan. (Enough said, right?) Get this one-pot primavera pasta with spring peas recipe.
Chicken, Asparagus And Udon Salad
Fast-cooking udon noodles and pre-cooked rotisserie chicken make this chicken, asparagus and udon noodle salad a weeknight dinner saviour. Get our chicken, asparagus and udon salad recipe.
Beet Pasta With Creamy Ricotta, Walnuts And Basil
Add some colour to your fettuccine pasta with a velvety, vibrant magenta beet sauce. Get our beet pasta with creamy ricotta, walnuts and basil recipe.
Easy Lemon Pasta
It doesn’t get more fresh and zesty than this pasta. Whip up a simple plate for an Italian-styled evening, and savour simple, delicious ingredients. Get this easy lemon pasta recipe.
Zucchini Pappardelle
Egg noodles, spiralized vegetables, fresh cheese and herbs all come together for a mouthwateringly tasty dish. Get this zucchini pappardelle recipe.
Creamy Ham And Pea Fusilli
Get a simple, yet satisfying, dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. Get this creamy ham and pea fusilli recipe.
Tuscan White Bean And Tomato Pasta
Topped with panko to give it a bit of crunch, this olive-oil based pasta is a light vegetarian meal ready in less than 30 minutes. Get this Tuscan white bean and tomato pasta recipe.
Shrimp Primavera Pasta
Loaded with fresh pepper and asparagus, this pasta lets its natural flavours do the heavy lifting. Get this shrimp primavera pasta recipe.
Spring Orecchiette With Vegan Parm
Nothing says spring like asparagus! This pasta is a breeze to throw together for last-minute company. Get Jillian Harris and Tori Wesszer's spring orecchiette with vegan parm recipe.
Spinach And Artichoke Pasta
Toasted panko adds texture and crunch to this savoury, easy pasta dish. Get this spinach and artichoke pasta recipe.
Garlic Shrimp And Feta Linguine
Make this when you’re strapped for time, but want a filling meal (it’s ready in just 20 minutes). Kitchen tip: No feta? Goat cheese works just as well here. Get this garlic shrimp and feta linguine recipe.
Risotto-Style Pea And Mint Orzo
This easy spring dish takes only 15 minutes to make. Chop mint and stir in just before serving. Get our risotto-style pea and mint orzo recipe.
Sugar Snap Pea And Asparagus Pasta
A simple weeknight dinner, rich in the first flavours of the season. Get this sugar snap pea and asparagus pasta recipe.
Spicy Spaghettini With Goat Cheese, Tomato And Artichoke
A simple recipe ideal for a family dinner, yet elegant enough for guests. Get this spicy spaghettini with goat cheese, tomato and artichoke recipe.
Lemon Linguine With Smoked Oysters
Get dinner on the table in a flash with this lemony pasta dish. Get our lemon linguine with smoked oysters recipe.
Garlicky Chicken Pasta
Spring is here! This fresh and quick pasta dish is packed with protein and topped with bright vegetables. Get this garlicky chicken pasta recipe.
Togarashi Shrimp, Spiralized Zucchini And Soba Bowls
Look for spiralized zucchini in the produce section of your grocery store to cut down on prep time. Get our togarishi shrimp, spiralled zucchini and soba bowls recipe.
Artichoke And Lemon Pasta
Ready in just 20 minutes, the lemon and artichoke pairing is not to be missed. Get this artichoke and lemon pasta recipe.
Orecchiette with Shrimp, Arugula and Cherry Tomatoes
This quick and lively pasta uses pantry staples that, in combination, start summer early: freezer shrimp, cherry tomatoes and a healthy helping of garlic and chili flakes. Get our orecchiette with shrimp, arugula and cherry tomatoes recipe.
Penne With Rapini And Sun-Dried Tomatoes
Tender-crisp rapini and rich sun-dried tomatoes come together in a easy weeknight penne pasta. Get our penne with rapini and sun-dried tomatoes recipe.
Chicken And Edamame Pasta
Just 20 minutes yields an easy, fast dinner that's packed with protein. Get our chicken and edamame pasta recipe.
How to make one-pot pasta
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