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Viva la Pasta!
Don’t you just love pasta? I know I do, and so does the fam!
From ravioli to spaghetti, shells to lasagna, we love them all. And we are definitely not alone- pasta is a staple in most pantries.
And, it’s not just for Italian or Asian foods, pasta is a very versatile food and has been adapted by so many different cultures all over the world.
Pasta can be cooked in the most simple of ways or can be made extremely complex as well, depending on the type of pasta used and its accompanying ingredients. I love using homemade sauces to prepare my pasta meals because I would rather be sure of the contents of my sauce.
While white pasta is the most common, there are plenty of delicious whole grain options from whole wheat to quinoa.
I have also included some healthy, clean eating zoodles recipes that are sure to leave you in awe.
Below is a list of 11 Clean Eating Pasta recipes for you to indulge in; Let’s go ahead and get started, shall we?
- Fresh Pesto Shrimp, & Zoodles
- Sweet Potato Carbonara With Kale
- Zucchini Noodles With Avocado Pesto and Shrimp
- Roasted Ratatouille with Spaghetti
- Cucumber Mint Noodles With Ginger Dressing
- Winter Squash Carbonara with Pancetta and Sage
- Vegetarian Southwest Macaroni and Cheese with Black Beans and Tofu
- Carrot Ribbon Fettuccine With Lemon, Basil and Parmesan
- Paleo Pad Thai
- Healthy Stuffed Shells
- Easy Asian Noodles
Fresh Pesto Shrimp, & Zoodles
In the mood for something different and just the right amount of elegant and homey? Have you got 20 minutes? This is the dish for you! The shrimp, the tomatoes, the savory taste…what’s not to love?
Sweet Potato Carbonara With Kale
The density of sweet potatoes makes them another ideal candidate for veggie pasta. Pairing them with kale adds flavor and texture with loads of nutrients to boot. The kale could be replaced with any leafy veggie of your choice.
Zucchini Noodles With Avocado Pesto and Shrimp
If you’re still just using zucchini in bread, you are missing out! This versatile veggie is finidng it’s way into many traditional comfort food type dishes; this recipe brings out one of zucchini’s best alter egos- Pasta. Yeah! Spiralized zucchini makes a great replacement for pasta in this recipe and the shrimp and pesto are the crowning glory of this wonderful dish.
Roasted Ratatouille with Spaghetti
My kids love pasta. I think I’ve mentioned this about a thousand times (at least). So I always make sure pasta dinners are memorable. This dish is such a perfect marriage between spaghetti and roasted veggies with a dash of aromatic herbs and lots of delicious flavors and colors.
Cucumber Mint Noodles With Ginger Dressing
Cucumbers are another versatile veggie- like zucchini, cucumber is another great way to make vegetable pasta. The ginger, lemon juice, and mint make this recipe really zesty and flavorful. This cool dish is perfect for a warm day.
Winter Squash Carbonara with Pancetta and Sage
The sauce on this gorgeous winter pasta is squash puree, which blends beautifully with the warm sage and garlic flavors. This dish is so easy to whip up and is delicious. The pancetta can be replaced with tempeh or mushrooms for a meatless version.
Vegetarian Southwest Macaroni and Cheese with Black Beans and Tofu
I know…the name is certainly a mouthful but let’s look beyond that for a second and enjoy this new twist to the classic pasta dish, macaroni and cheese. The corn, salsa and beans make this dish a fiesta of aromas and tastes. This is vegetarian and vegan as well.
Carrot Ribbon Fettuccine With Lemon, Basil and Parmesan
Not only are veggie noodles super healthy, they are just so darn pretty in dishes! This recipe is so simple and easy yet the flavors are suprising complex. The sauteed carrots team up wonderfully with the basil and parmesan to create this elegant dish that can be served in less than 20 minutes.
Paleo Pad Thai
Pad thai can be a serious calorie bomb. But switch out the rice noodles for spiralized zucchini and you are in business! This dish packs all the flavor of the real deal while aligning with your clean eating goals.
Healthy Stuffed Shells
I adore this recipe because it uses whole wheat pasta shells, which have loads of fiber. This one is a little more labor intensive, but is well worth it! It’s also awesome that you can substitute the spinach for broccoli and it would still taste great.
Easy Asian Noodles
This recipe makes whole wheat linguine go from basic to Zen-tastic with the fragrant tasty soy sauce and the spicy Sriracha sauce. With this healthy appetizing chow on your dinner table, expect second and maybe even third helpings.
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