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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    23 Springtime Pasta Recipes That Are a Breeze to Make

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 24, 2025, updated May 7, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Spring is the perfect time to enjoy fresh and vibrant flavors, and pasta is a fantastic way to showcase seasonal ingredients. These 23 easy pasta recipes are quick to prepare and highlight the best of spring produce, making them ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. From light and zesty dishes to creamy delights, there's something here for everyone to enjoy.

    Chicken Alfredo

    Chicken alfredo with pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken fettuccine alfredo is a simple yet delicious dish that you can whip up in just 30 minutes. With tender chicken, perfectly cooked fettuccine, and a rich homemade alfredo sauce, it feels fancy but is easy to make.

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    Lemon Pesto Pasta

    Lemon Pesto Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Delicious by Design.

    This creamy lemon pesto brings a fresh twist to Italian cooking, perfect for summer meals. Made with easy-to-find ingredients and combined with pasta water, it creates a smooth and flavorful sauce that pairs wonderfully with angel hair pasta.

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    Tuna Garlic and Chilli Pasta

    Tuna Garlic and Chilli Pasta.
    Photo Credit: Cooking Compass.

    Tuna Garlic and Chilli Pasta is a quick and delicious meal that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. With basic ingredients like canned tuna, tinned tomatoes, and garlic, this spicy pasta is great for busy weeknights and easy on the wallet.

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    Garlic Butter Pasta

    Garlic butter pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is quick to prepare and uses ingredients you likely have on hand. It's perfect for a simple summer meal.

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    Pasta Fresca

    Pasta Fresca.
    Photo credit: Profusion Curry.

    This dish features perfectly cooked pasta tossed with fresh, ripe tomatoes, tender baby spinach, and flavorful mushrooms. The ingredients are sautéed with balsamic vinegar and garlic to create a rich and savory sauce.

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    Pasta Rosa

    20 Minute Pasta Rosa.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Penne pasta is mixed with a light tomato cream sauce and fresh baby spinach, creating a simple and tasty dish. It's topped with grated Parmesan and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

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    Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts

    15-Minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts
    Photo credit: always use butter

    This 15-minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts is a quick and easy dish that packs a lot of flavor. It's great on its own, but adding some mozzarella or burrata cheese takes it to the next level.

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    One-Pot Hummus Pasta

    Hummus pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Dinner can be simple with just 12 minutes, 5 ingredients, and one pot. This is an easy meal perfect for summer nights.

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    One-Pan Cajun Chicken Pasta

    Cajun chicken pasta.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This chicken pasta is a hit with everyone and combines spicy and creamy flavors in a straightforward dish. It's perfect for a quick meal that everyone will enjoy.

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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 prepare. The bright pesto sauce combined with Greek yogurt creates a simple and satisfying meal.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    Lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is incredibly easy to prepare. It's perfect for summer meals when you want something light and refreshing.

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    Tortellini Carbonara

    Tortellini carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This version of carbonara is simple to prepare and uses everyday ingredients you can easily find at the store. It's a great option for a quick meal during the summer.

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    Lemon Butter Pasta

    Lemon Butter Pasta (Pasta al Limone).
    Photo Credit: Urban Farmie.

    Lemon butter pasta is a simple dish that brings a touch of elegance to your meal. With the bright flavors of lemon, garlic, and creamy Parmesan, it’s a delightful choice for a quick and tasty dinner.

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    Pink Pasta Sauce

    Pink pasta on a shallow, white bowl.
    Photo Credit: XOXOBella.

    This easy pink sauce pasta combines a creamy tomato sauce with onion, garlic, and shredded mozzarella cheese, all tossed with perfectly cooked spaghetti. It's a delicious meal that anyone who enjoys Italian flavors will love.

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    Ricotta Lemon Pasta

    A serving of lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo Credit: Chenee Today.

    This lemon ricotta pasta sauce is simple to prepare and brings a fresh flavor to your meal. It's a great choice for a bright and satisfying dinner.

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    Shrimp Carbonara

    Shrimp carbonara.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Shrimp Carbonara is a quick and tasty take on the classic Italian pasta dish. With creamy goodness and perfectly cooked shrimp, this meal combines the best of seafood and pasta in a simple way.

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    Steak Fajita Pasta

    Steak Fajita Pasta.
    Photo credit: Out Grilling.

    Steak Fajita Pasta is a hit with families, featuring marinated and grilled steak on top of creamy pasta seasoned with fajita spices and mixed with grilled veggies. It's an easy way to serve a delicious meal to a group using just a few steaks.

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    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Garlic butter shrimp pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick and tasty dish that combines juicy shrimp with perfectly cooked pasta in a rich garlic butter sauce. This is a great meal for busy nights when you want something delicious without a lot of work.

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    Macaroni and Tomatoes

    Macaroni and Tomatoes.
    Photo Credit; Savory with Soul.

    Macaroni and tomatoes is a classic dish that comes together with just a few basic ingredients you probably already have at home. It's an easy meal that's perfect for a quick dinner.

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    No Cream Italian Herb Pasta

    No Cream Italian Herb Pasta
    Photo Credit: Sprinkles and Sprouts.

    This pasta is full of flavor and has a light sauce that pairs well with grilled meats, roasts, and fried dishes. It's a great option for summer meals when you want something delicious and easy.

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    Red Pesto Pasta with Veggies

    Red pesto pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This red pesto pasta is quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes with only 15 minutes of hands-on time. It's loaded with veggies and flavor, and you can enjoy it hot or cold, whether you use homemade or store-bought pesto.

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    Easy Tuna Pasta with Mayo

    Easy Tuna Pasta with Mayo.
    Photo Credit: Sims Home Kitchen.

    This Easy Tuna Pasta with Mayo is a quick and tasty dish that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. With creamy mayo, fresh peppers, red onions, and pasta, it works well as a main course or a side for dinner.

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    Cajun Alfredo Pasta

    Cajun alfredo pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This recipe gives a zesty spin to the traditional Alfredo sauce. With just some common spices you likely have in your pantry, it’s an affordable choice for summer meals.

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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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