34 Quick Pasta Suppers Perfect for Summer

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34 Quick Pasta Suppers Perfect for Summer2/34 Summer Garden Pasta with Chicken Sausage 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a backyard bash, I do the busy work before the guests arrive so all I have to do is pour beverages, cook pasta and grill up the sausages. —Karie Houghton, Lynnwood, WA Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 445 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 739mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. 3/34 Lemony Scallops with Angel Hair Pasta 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved

Lemony Scallops with Angel Hair Pasta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This delicate dish tastes so bright with a touch of lemon and tender sauteed scallops. Serve with crusty whole grain bread, and you have an impressive dinner that comes together in a flash. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 404 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 27mg cholesterol, 737mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 25g protein. 4/34 Spinach-Feta Chicken Penne 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min

It’s a blockbuster combo for seafood, too

Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I wanted a light sauce for pasta, so I cooked tomatoes with garlic, wine and olive oil. It’s a blockbuster combo for seafood, too. —Geralyn Sipos, Blandon, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 455 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 552mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 8g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 5/34 Orzo with Feta and Arugula 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: In my family, we love salads because they’re an interesting way to blend many different flavors. This orzo salad is one of our favorites—it tastes delicious served either warm or cool. —Laura Adamsky, Decatur, Alabama Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 279 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 198mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. 6/34 Shrimp Puttanesca 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp Puttanesca Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I throw together these bold ingredients for a feisty

seafood pasta

seafood pasta. —Lynda Balslev, Sausalito, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup shrimp mixture: 228 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 579mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein. 7/34 Peanut Butter Noodles 15 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peanut Butter Noodles Recipe photo by Orly Catz for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: To get that luscious taste of Thai cuisine, combine ginger, basil, lime and peanut butter in a sauce for linguine. It’s so good, we’ve never had leftovers. —Allil Binder, Spokane, Washington Nutrition Facts: 2

Try this colorful pasta dish, which is the brainchild of my oldest son

cups: 365 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 567mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 10g fiber), 14g protein. 8/34 Vegetarian Linguine 30 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Vegetarian Linguine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Looking for a tasty alternative to a meat-and-potatoes meal? Try this colorful pasta dish, which is the brainchild of my oldest son. It’s a stick-to-your-ribs meal that includes loads of fresh veggies as well as basil and provolone. —Jane Bone, Cape Coral, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 260

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable

calories, 13g fat (7g saturated fat), 25mg cholesterol, 444mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable. 9/34 Peas & Pasta Carbonara 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Peas & Pasta Carbonara Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Using cream cheese to fortify the sauce speeds up cooking time and will have you eating my take on this old-time classic carbonara recipe in about 30 minutes. —Celeste Brantolino, Lenoir, North Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups:

My Asian-inspired pasta salad is crunchy, tangy and light

553 calories, 24g fat (13g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 680mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein. 10/34 Asian Noodle & Beef Salad 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Asian Noodle & Beef Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My Asian-inspired pasta salad is crunchy, tangy and light. If you have fresh herbs, like basil or cilantro, on hand, add them to the mix. —Kelsey Casselbury, Odenton, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 399 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 855mg

sodium, 50g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein

sodium, 50g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein. 11/34 Vegetarian Pad Thai 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Vegetarian Pad Thai Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This is a simple pad thai loaded with crisp vegetables and zesty flavor. It’s quick, simple, and fresh-tasting. —Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 339 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 701mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 12/34 Shrimp Asparagus Pasta 35 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Asparagus ‘n’ Shrimp with

It is easy on the budget and turns out perfectly for two

Angel Hair Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We’ve all heard that the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, so when I plan a romantic dinner, this shrimp asparagus pasta with angel hair is one dish I like to serve. It is easy on the budget and turns out perfectly for two. —Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1-3/4 cups: 488 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. 13/34 Avocado &

Artichoke Pasta Salad 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Grace Natoli Sheldon For Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A squeeze of lime, a sprinkle of cilantro and a little avocado make this a creamy and zingy pasta salad. —Carrie Farias, Oak Ridge, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 188 calories, 10g fat (1g saturated fat), 3mg cholesterol, 248mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 6g protein. 14/34 Spicy Mac and Cheese 22 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Chicken and Bacon Mac Recipe photo by

Curry, cilantro and coconut milk make

Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve been working to perfect a creamy, spicy mac and cheese for years. After adding smoky bacon, jalapenos and spicy cheese, this is the ultimate side dish! —Sarah Gilbert, Aloha, Oregon Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 673 calories, 50g fat (28g saturated fat), 175mg cholesterol, 705mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g protein. 15/34 Curry Shrimp Linguine 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Curry, cilantro and coconut milk make

this dish an exciting change of pace

this dish an exciting change of pace. It’s also good with Thai rice noodles or spaghetti. —Jana Rippee, Casa Grande, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 406 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 58g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. 16/34 Greek Pasta Toss 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Greek Pasta Toss Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I developed this bright pasta dish by tossing in favorite Greek ingredients like olives, feta cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Try it

with shrimp or chicken, too!

with shrimp or chicken, too! —Terri Gilson, Calgary, AB Nutrition Facts: 2 cups: 335 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 742mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 6g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 17/34 Shrimp with Orzo and Feta 18 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp with Orzo and Feta Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Tender, hearty and flavorful, this recipe is one of my favorites! Garlic and a splash of lemon add to the fresh

taste and heart-healthy benefits of shrimp

taste and heart-healthy benefits of shrimp. —Sarah Hummel, Moon Township, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 406 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 180mg cholesterol, 307mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 9g fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 starch, 1 fat. 18/34 Ginger Veggie Brown Rice Pasta 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Once I discovered brown rice pasta, I never looked back. Tossed with ginger, bright veggies and rotisserie chicken, it tastes like a deconstructed egg roll! —Tiffany Ihle, Bronx, New

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