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    20 Easy Spring Pastas Ready in No Time

    Published: Apr 19, 2026 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Spring is the perfect time to enjoy fresh and light pasta dishes that are quick to prepare. With seasonal ingredients and lighter sauces, these 20 easy recipes will help you whip up a delicious meal in no time. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight dinner or a dish to impress, these pasta ideas are sure to brighten your table.

    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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    Salmon Crème Fraîche Pasta

    Salmon Crème Fraîche Pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This salmon pasta with crème fraîche, lemon, and chives is quick to prepare and packed with flavor, perfect for any weeknight dinner. Using fresh or frozen salmon, it offers a light and refreshing dish that you can enjoy all year long.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This pasta dish is incredibly easy to prepare. It's perfect for a quick and satisfying meal during the spring.

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    Creamy Lemon Pesto Pasta

    Creamy lemon pesto pasta on a white plate.
    Photo Credit: Home Cooking Collective.

    This creamy lemon pesto pasta is quick and simple, using a fresh sauce made with lemon zest, lemon juice, pine nuts, herbs, and cheese. It's a great dinner option that you can whip up in about 30 minutes.

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    Spaghetti aglio e olio

    A bowl of Spaghetti aglio e olio.
    Photo Credit: The Pasta Project.

    Spaghetti aglio e olio shows that simple can be really delicious. With just a few easy ingredients, you can whip this up in 15 minutes and enjoy a flavorful meal.

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    Homemade Penne Arrabbiata

    Homemade penne arrabbiata served on a plate.
    Photo Credit: Christina's Cucina.

    This is a quick and spicy Italian pasta dish that you can whip up in under 20 minutes. Perfect for a busy evening when you want something delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

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

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    Mexican Street Corn Mac and Cheese

    Mexican street corn mac and cheese.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    One Pot Mexican Street Corn Mac and Cheese is a quick and simple meal that you can whip up in about 20 minutes using fresh ingredients. This easy vegetarian dish is a fun twist on a classic that your family will enjoy.

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    One-Pot Linguine Pasta with Cauliflower, Lemon, and Olives

    One-Pot Linguine Pasta with Cauliflower, Lemon, and Olives
    Photo Credit: Chef Ani.

    Pasta and cauliflower come together in a surprising way that really works. With the addition of capers, olives, lemon, and garlic, this dish is packed with flavor.

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    Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken and Mozzarella

    Sundried tomato pasta with chicken and mozzarella.
    Photo Credit: Curry Trail.

    Sun-dried tomato pasta is filling, tasty, and quick to prepare in under 30 minutes. With its rich tomato flavor, creamy chicken, and plenty of baby spinach, this dish is great for weeknight dinners.

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    Penne Pomodoro

    A serving of penne pomodoro pasta.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features whole canned tomatoes, fresh herbs, and penne pasta, creating a satisfying vegetarian meal. It's perfect for a quick and easy dinner that everyone can enjoy.

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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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    Smoked Italian Pasta Salad

    Smoked Italian Pasta Salad with Pepperoncini Dressing.
    Photo credit: xoxoBella.

    This smoked Italian pasta salad combines all the best elements of pasta salad with a delicious smoky twist. It's a great dish for anyone who enjoys pasta salads with meat.

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    Pasta with Potatoes

    A bowl of Potato with Pasta.
    Photo Credit: My Good Food World.

    This pasta dish with potatoes is packed with great flavors and is simple to prepare in just one pot. It's a comforting meal that's perfect for any night and is naturally vegan.

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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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    Kung Pao Spaghetti

    Kung Pao Spaghetti.
    Photo credit: Spice Cravings.

    Kung Pao Spaghetti is a fun twist on your favorite Chinese takeout dish. This quick dinner combines pasta, chicken, and veggies in a tasty homemade kung pao sauce, topped with peanuts and spring onions, all ready in just 30 minutes.

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    Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta

    Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta served on a skillet.
    Photo Credit: Savory Cipolla.

    This creamy vegetarian pasta features sun-dried tomato pesto and is packed with garlic, basil, and cheese. It's easy to customize with your favorite vegetables to make it just how you like it.

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    Halloumi Pasta Primavera

    Halloumi pasta primavera.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This vegetarian halloumi pasta is packed with fresh veggies and can be ready in just 20 minutes, including prep time. It's a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a spring dinner, allowing the flavors of the vegetables to really stand out.

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    Red Pesto Pasta Salad 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 actual cooking time. It's loaded with veggies and flavor, and you can use either homemade or store-bought pesto, enjoying it just as much hot or cold.

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    Rasta Pasta with Jerk Shrimp

    Rasta Pasta with Jerk Shrimp.
    Photo credit: Sims Home Kitchen.

    This Rasta Pasta with Jerk Shrimp is a vibrant dish packed with Caribbean flavors. It's a quick and easy meal that you can whip up in just 30 minutes.

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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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