Quick and easy pasta main dish recipes with 500 or fewer calories

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Gino's Noodle Dough

Gino's Noodle Dough

Noodles, in many forms, have been a staple food in many parts of the world for centuries. China, Japan, Italy all take credit for creating the…

J. Gino Genovesi
Jul 2013
Professional
2 votes
6734 views
Dreamy Linguini

Dreamy Linguini

I actually dreamt this recipe one night. I have very vivid and often lucid dreams and this isn't the first time something like this came to me in a…

Mary Joseph
Mar 2008
Advanced
3 votes
6681 views
Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

Elegant Shrimp Scampi Pasta Lightened Up

For a romantic dinner, try this superb shrimp, sauteed in a buttery, garlic and lemon wine sauce. It doesn’t…

Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox
Feb 2012
Professional
3 votes
8013 views
Garlic Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Pasta in Spicy Creamy Sauce

Garlic Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Pasta in Spicy Creamy Sauce

Garlic Shrimp and Sun-Dried Tomatoes with Pasta in Spicy Creamy Sauce…

RecipesnFood
Jun 2015
Intermediate
1 vote
3858 views
Gnocchi

Gnocchi

If you have never had gnocchi, you are in for a great dish. I refer to my dish as Gnocchi even though the dough contains no potatoes.. Many areas…

J. Gino Genovesi
Feb 2014
Professional
1 vote
4494 views
Creamy Zucchini, Ham & Pasta

Creamy Zucchini, Ham & Pasta

Low calorie, low fat - this saucy one dish meal is a comfort food unto its own yet one which won’t break your New Year’s resolution goals! Each…

Salad Foodie
Jan 2013
Professional
1 vote
4378 views
Awesome! No Bake ~ Macaroni and Cheese!

Awesome! No Bake ~ Macaroni and Cheese!

This is a great way to kick up macaroni and cheese. Serve as a side dish or just a simple main dish with a…

Catherine Pappas
Jun 2011
Intermediate
2 votes
4232 views
CREAMY SHRIMP FETTUCCINE

CREAMY SHRIMP FETTUCCINE

My husband loves this recipe. I haven't made it in a while. You can prepare it with shrimp or chicken. I prefer chicken, but shrimp is what I had on…

Phyllis Munro
Dec 2010
Intermediate
1 vote
3569 views
Lazy homemade pasta with minced pork and beef meat

Lazy homemade pasta with minced pork and beef meat

This recipe is as simple as 1-2-3! You can make it with pasta from a store but it’s more tender and delish…

Helenscooking
Jul 2011
Intermediate
1 vote
2491 views
Schupfnudeln with Bolognese and spinach

Schupfnudeln with Bolognese and spinach

A filling, cheesy bake great for lunch!

Easy Cook - Laka kuharica
Oct 2011
Intermediate
2 votes
2867 views
Spaghetti with vegetable sauce

Spaghetti with vegetable sauce

Though I am an ardent fan of Indian cuisine and can eat day after day through out, I like to explore and enjoy food from world wide.When it comes to…

Harini m
Jun 2013
Intermediate
1 vote
2173 views
Macaroni and Cheese w/ Jalapenos & Peppers

Macaroni and Cheese w/ Jalapenos & Peppers

Catherine Pappas
Nov 2013
Intermediate
1 vote
2234 views
Rotini with Pesto, Tomatoes and Spinach

Rotini with Pesto, Tomatoes and Spinach

My friend's daughter tasted this last year on a vacation and dubbed it the "Best Pasta Ever." I'll go along…

Salad Foodie
Jan 2015
Professional
2 votes
3687 views
MAS Ranch Red Sauce

MAS Ranch Red Sauce

Great Red Sauce for pasta

candice masters
Jan 2009
Professional
1 vote
3299 views
Skinny Thai Chicken and Peanut Noodles

Skinny Thai Chicken and Peanut Noodles

I love any kind of Asian noodle dish, especially a Thai one that includes peanut butter. Good news too: Peanut…

Skinny Kitchen with Nancy Fox
May 2012
Professional
1 vote
3032 views