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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    17 20-Minute Pasta Recipes You’ll Want to Make Every Week

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 5, 2024, updated November 12, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Pasta is a go-to meal for many, and when you can whip it up in just 20 minutes, it becomes even more appealing. These quick recipes are perfect for busy weeknights, offering a variety of flavors and ingredients that will keep your dinners exciting. Whether you prefer classic sauces or something a bit different, there's a pasta dish here for everyone.

    Quick Alfredo Pasta

    Quick Alfredo Pasta Recipe
    Photo Credit: Longbourn Farm.

    This creamy alfredo pasta is a go-to for busy weeknights. You can have a delicious, cheesy meal on the table in just 20 minutes with only one pan.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    Lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is incredibly easy to make and perfect for a quick meal. In just 20 minutes, you can have a delicious plate of pasta ready to enjoy any night of the week.

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    Mediterranean Pizza Pasta Salad

    Mediterranean Pizza Pasta Salad.
    Photo credit: A Taste For Travel.

    This pizza pasta salad is a fun twist on the classic dish. With sliced pepperoni, fresh veggies, and a simple vinaigrette, it’s ready in no time.

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    Cajun Alfredo Pasta

    Cajun alfredo pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This version of Alfredo sauce has a bit of a kick to it. With just some common powdered spices you likely have in your pantry, it’s an easy and budget-friendly choice for a quick meal.

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    Shredded Crab Tagliatelle

    Shredded Crab Tagliatelle.
    Photo credit: Flawless Food.

    This pasta dish is unique and delicious, featuring canned shredded crab meat. It's simple to prepare and comes together in a flavorful sauce made with garlic, parsley, butter, lemon, and tomatoes.

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    Garlic Butter Pasta

    Garlic butter pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight. With simple ingredients you likely have on hand, it's an easy meal that you'll want to make regularly.

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    Halloumi Carbonara

    A bowl of halloumi carbonara.
    Image credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    This dish offers a vegetarian twist on classic carbonara by using halloumi cheese in place of bacon or guanciale. It's a quick and satisfying meal that you can whip up in just 20 minutes.

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    One-Pot Hummus Pasta

    Hummus pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Dinner can be quick and simple with just a few ingredients and one pot. In only 12 minutes, you can whip up a delicious pasta dish that you'll want to make again and again.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is quick to make and packed with the fresh flavors of smoked salmon and lemon. It's a meal you'll find yourself wanting to make again and again.

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    Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad

    chicken pesto pasta salad.
    Photo credit: Barley & Sage.

    This chicken pesto pasta salad is a quick and easy meal that you can whip up in under 20 minutes. It's a light and fresh dish featuring creamy pesto, mascarpone cheese, grilled chicken, spinach, and tomatoes, making it a great choice for lunch or dinner.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta

    Creamy pesto pasta topped with cherry tomatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy pesto pasta is quick to make with just three ingredients and takes only 10 minutes to cook. The bright pesto sauce combined with Greek yogurt creates a simple and satisfying meal that you'll want to enjoy regularly.

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    Spicy Sausage Pasta

    Spicy sausage pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features spicy sausage mixed with pasta and topped with Parmesan cheese for a delicious meal. It's quick to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

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    Italian Pasta Salad

    Italian Pasta Salad.
    Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

    This Italian pasta salad features fresh veggies, mozzarella balls, and salami, all tossed together with a tasty homemade dressing. It's a quick and flavorful dish that's perfect for any day of the week.

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    Fried Green Curry Spaghetti

    A bowl of fried spaghetti with green curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Thai curry mixed with spaghetti creates a tasty meal that you'll want to enjoy regularly. This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy nights when you still want something satisfying.

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    Instant Pot Cheese Tortellini

    Instant pot tortellini.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    Creamy and cheesy tortellini makes for a comforting dinner that everyone in the family will enjoy. This dish is quick to prepare, perfect for those busy weeknights.

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    Halloumi Pasta Primavera

    Halloumi pasta primavera.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick vegetarian halloumi pasta is packed with fresh vegetables and can be ready in just 20 minutes, including prep time. It's a light and refreshing meal that highlights the flavors of the veggies without any heavy cream.

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    Pasta with Pancetta & Peas

    Pasta with peas and pancetta.
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    Pasta with pancetta and peas makes for a quick and satisfying dinner that you can whip up in under 20 minutes. Crispy pancetta pairs nicely with green peas and orecchiette pasta, all topped off with some grated parmesan cheese.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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