20 of the best pastas to get you through the warmer months
Whip up these light pasta dishes that won't make you feel too heavy after but will leave you happy and satisfied.
We've used penne in this fresh pesto pasta recipe, but spaghetti, fettuccine and gnocchi work just as well. Save a couple of small basil leaves to finish the dish when serving.
This light, lemon tuna pasta is quick and easy to make.
This light, delicate seafood tortellini is made using wonton wrappers.
Herbed ricotta ravioli with walnut pesto sauce
Pasta doesn't get much fresher than this.
Replace carb-heavy spaghetti with thinly-sliced zucchini for a fresh twist on a classic crab pasta that takes no time to prepare.
This nourishing chicken and sugar snap pea pasta is perfect for mid-week dinner ideas. Quick and easy, and packed with bags of mouth-watering flavour!
Fresh and peppery, this simple rocket, chilli & lemon spaghetti is lifted above the ordinary by the use of lemon-infused oil.
A light, summery pasta full of fresh vegetables and topped with a silky, soft-poached egg.
Fresh, light and full of flavour, juicy king prawns and tender zucchini get a lift from the garlic, chilli and pesto sauce in this light, summery pasta dish.
Summer spaghetti with pea pesto and ham A simple pesto of baby peas, herbs, Parmesan, and garlic tossed through tender spaghetti with salty leg ham makes for a light and satisfying summer pasta dish.
Linguine with garlic prawns Recreate this restaurant favourite at home with beautiful garlic prawn linguine recipe, complete with marinated seafood tossed through beautifully light pasta.
Tagliatelle with zucchini and prosciutto This Italian dish is quick to whip up but with proscuitto, zucchini, shaved parmesan and tender pasta you'll be savouring every mouthful.
Chilli and garlic spaghettini with breadcrumbs For such an incredibly simple dish, this chilli and garlic spaghettini is just loaded with flavour, and crunch thanks to the toasted breadcrumbs. A great pick-me-up dish when you're short on time.
Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It's also good for diabetics.
Spaghettini with rocket, pine nuts and sun-dried capsicum Whip this up in minutes when you're craving pasta but don't want a heavy bolognaise or creamy pasta.
Zucchini 'spaghetti' with tomato and fetta Spaghetti-like strands are created from zucchini in this recipe instead of any actual pasta, which also makes this dish a great gluten-free option.
Chicken, chorizo and capsicum pasta This tasty caserecci pasta will be ready to eat in just 30 minutes. Enjoy salty green olives and spicy chorizo with capsicum and chicken in this healthy Italian dish.
Kale, chilli and parmesan pasta This kale, chilli and parmesan pasta is packed with bags of flavour and heat, and makes for a quick and nutritious dinner idea!
Chilli, lemon and garlic spaghetti This light pasta dish can be ready in just half an hour, making it a great choice for midweek dinners.
Traffic light pasta salad The perfect light summer work lunch.
Chicken and sugar snap pea pasta This nourishing chicken and sugar snap pea pasta is perfect for mid-week dinner ideas. Quick and easy, and packed with bags of mouth-watering flavour!