15 Delicious Spring Pasta Recipes

As the weather warms up and fresh produce comes into season, it’s the perfect time to lighten up your pasta game with vibrant, spring-inspired flavors. Whether you’re craving a bright lemony pasta, a creamy dish loaded with seasonal veggies, or a fresh herb-packed pesto, this collection of 15 springtime pasta recipes has something to bring a little sunshine to your plate.

From quick weeknight meals to impressive dishes for spring gatherings, these recipes celebrate everything we love about the season—fresh, colorful, and absolutely delicious!

Italian Tortellini Carbonara

This easy, creamy Italian Tortellini Carbonara combines cheese-filled tortellini with a silky carbonara sauce, crispy bacon, peas and Pecorino Romano cheese. This dish is absolutely decadent. The tortellini adds an extra element of richness to an already delicious dish.

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Lemon Parmesan Pasta

Lemon Parmesan Pasta combines the zesty freshness of lemon with the rich, savory goodness of Parmesan cheese. This easy-to-make recipe offers a perfect balance of bright and comforting flavors, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant meal.

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Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e Pepe is a pasta dish that hails from Rome. It means “cheese and pepper” and for such a simple dish, it is incredibly delicious. As the name suggests, the ingredients of the dish are very simple: grated Pecorino Romano cheese, cracked black pepper, and spaghetti. It’s simple, but it’s delicious.

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Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Peas

This delightful Lemon Ricotta Pasta with Peas recipe combines creamy ricotta cheese with zesty lemon juice and bright green peas, creating a vibrant sauce that beautifully coats this gorgeous pasta. The freshness of the peas and the tanginess of the lemon elevate the simple ingredients, making each bite full of flavor.

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Pasta with Pistachio Pesto

This Pasta With Pistachio Pesto uses a deliciously unique pistachio basil pesto as a sauce for any pasta you love, like spaghetti or pappardelle. Pistachio Basil Pesto is a delicious and versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. The pistachios adds a unique, nutty flavor to the sauce, while the fresh basil and garlic create the beloved fragrant and aromatic taste.

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Lemon Pepper Shrimp & Orzo

This Lemon Pepper Shrimp & Orzo Bowl is a bright and flavorful dish that feels like a burst of sunshine on your plate. Tender shrimp are perfectly seasoned with zesty lemon pepper, then paired with a bed of tender, herby orzo and fresh vegetables. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a light yet satisfying dinner, this bowl delivers big on flavor with minimal effort.

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Baked Feta Pasta

This Baked Feta Tomato Pasta combines cherry tomatoes with olive oil and feta cheese, then is baked until the tomatoes are roasted and near bursting, and is tossed with pasta for a memorable Greek-style meal.

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Cobb Salad with Pasta

This Cobb Salad Recipe uses pasta instead of lettuce, then it’s piled high with all the delicious cobb salad ingredients we love, like chicken, avocado, and bacon. The chewy pasta is a great combination for these flavorful ingredients. With so many great ingredients a cobb salad is easy to customize.

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Creamy Pancetta Pasta with Edamame

This Creamy Pancetta Pasta with Edamame recipe combines crispy pancetta with tender pasta, all enveloped in a luscious cream sauce that’s enhanced by the vibrant pop of fresh edamame. The combination of savory pancetta and the slight sweetness of edamame creates a perfect balance, making this dish a standout for any dinner table.

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Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta

This Chicken Garlic Parmesan Pasta recipe is a delicious combination of tender chicken, aromatic garlic, creamy Parmesan sauce, and al dente pasta that creates a dish that’s both comforting and satisfying.

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Easy Buffalo Chicken Pasta

You won’t be able to resist this Buffalo Chicken Pasta that combines your favorite pasta with chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese dressing, and cream cheese, to make the dreamiest, creamiest pasta ever.

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Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

Garlic Chili Oil Noodles are a simple yet bold dish that’s perfect when you want something flavorful and quick. The silky noodles are coated in a spicy, garlicky oil that brings a satisfying heat with every bite. You can adjust the spice level to your liking, making this recipe as fiery or mild as you prefer.

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Pesto Tagliatelle Pasta

This delicious Pesto Tagliatelle features thick strands of pasta coated in an aromatic and flavorful homemade basil pesto sauce.

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Chicken Caprese Pasta

This Chicken Caprese Pasta is made with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese, then piled on top of a bed of spaghetti for a super simple weeknight meal. You will love this recipes because it’s simple to make and it uses ingredients always in the kitchen.

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Spaghetti Pomodoro

When it comes to comfort food, Spaghetti Pomodoro hits all the right notes. With just a handful of ingredients—tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and basil—you can create a sauce that’s bright, fresh, and packed with flavor. This dish is a great go-to for busy weeknights, but it’s also elegant enough to serve for a cozy dinner party.

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