Make one of these creamy pasta recipes for a vegetarian-friendly dinner tonight.
These rich, yet healthy, dinners take just 30 minutes or less to make.
Plus, they’re meatless, which is perfect if you’re looking to eat more veggies.
Photo: Brie Passano
Creamy Broccoli Pasta
If you’re looking for a simple weeknight pasta dish, look no further.
Look for presliced mushrooms to cut prep time.
Serve with a tossed salad.
Although we like to toss this creamy pasta sauce with fettuccine, any whole-wheat pasta can be used.
If that’s a little too much for you, try using yellow beets instead.
Creamy Spinach Pasta
This might be one of the creamiest light pasta dishes you’ve ever had!
Gnocchi with Mushrooms & Pumpkin Cream Sauce
Pumpkin isn’t just for pie!
In this healthy gnocchi recipe, canned pumpkin serves as the base for a creamy sauce.
For the best flavor, top with real Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
Save the leftover pumpkin puree for a smoothie or pancakes.
If broccoli rabe is too bitter, try using broccolini or regular broccoli instead.
Eggs are the base of the creamy sauce.
They don’t get fully cooked, so use pasteurized-in-the-shell eggs if you prefer.
For extra flavor, try smoked Gouda cheese.
Mushroom & Asparagus Fettuccine
Mushrooms add flavor and a meaty texture to this vegetarian pasta dinner.
With just a few add-ins like lemon and Parmesan cheese you have a delicious silky sauce.
Want to use up your veggie stash in the freezer?
Swap in 8 ounces frozen spinach for fresh.
