Introduction
Creamy pasta can feel comforting and light at the same time—especially in spring. These recipes focus on fresh vegetables, lighter sauces, and simple swaps that keep every bite satisfying without feeling heavy. They’re easy to cook, weeknight-friendly, and perfect for warmer days.
1. Lemon Ricotta Spaghetti
Bright citrus keeps this creamy sauce fresh and light.
Ingredients
- Spaghetti – 200 g
- Ricotta – ¾ cup
- Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
- Lemon zest – 1 tsp
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
- Salt – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Boil pasta in salted water for 9–10 minutes.
- Mix ricotta, lemon juice, zest, oil, and salt.
- Toss hot pasta with sauce until coated.
How to Serve It
Finish with chopped parsley or cracked pepper.
2. Creamy Spinach Penne
Wilted greens blend smoothly into the sauce.
Ingredients
- Penne – 200 g
- Fresh spinach – 2 cups
- Light cream – ½ cup
- Garlic – 1 clove
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Cook pasta until tender.
- Sauté garlic in oil for 30 seconds.
- Add cream and spinach, cook 2 minutes.
- Toss with pasta.
3. Greek Yogurt Alfredo
Yogurt adds creaminess with a lighter feel.
Ingredients
- Fettuccine – 200 g
- Greek yogurt – ¾ cup
- Parmesan – ¼ cup
- Garlic powder – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Cook pasta until al dente.
- Warm yogurt gently over low heat.
- Stir in cheese and garlic powder.
- Toss with pasta.
4. Creamy Mushroom Linguine
Earthy mushrooms bring depth without heaviness.
Ingredients
- Linguine – 200 g
- Mushrooms – 2 cups, sliced
- Light cream – ½ cup
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Cook pasta.
- Sauté mushrooms in oil for 5 minutes.
- Add cream and simmer 2 minutes.
- Combine with pasta.
5. Zucchini Cream Pasta
Blended zucchini creates a smooth, mild sauce.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Zucchini – 2 cups, chopped
- Greek yogurt – ½ cup
- Garlic – 1 clove
Instructions
- Boil zucchini 5 minutes, blend smooth.
- Cook pasta.
- Mix zucchini purée with yogurt and garlic.
- Toss with pasta.
6. Creamy Pea Farfalle
Sweet peas add color and softness.
Ingredients
- Farfalle – 200 g
- Peas – 1 cup
- Light cream – ½ cup
Instructions
- Cook pasta and peas together for last 2 minutes.
- Drain and stir in cream over low heat.
7. Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Crisp asparagus keeps each bite fresh.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Asparagus – 1½ cups
- Ricotta – ½ cup
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Boil pasta.
- Blanch asparagus 2 minutes.
- Toss pasta with ricotta and lemon.
- Fold in asparagus.
8. Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta
Tomato and cream balance gently.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Tomato purée – ½ cup
- Light cream – ¼ cup
- Basil – 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Simmer tomato purée 5 minutes.
- Add cream and basil.
- Toss with cooked pasta.
9. Avocado Cream Pasta
No cooking for the sauce at all.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Avocado – 1 large
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Blend avocado, lemon juice, and oil.
- Toss with hot pasta.
10. Creamy Broccoli Fusilli
Broccoli blends into a mild sauce.
Ingredients
- Fusilli – 200 g
- Broccoli – 2 cups
- Greek yogurt – ½ cup
Instructions
- Boil broccoli until soft, blend smooth.
- Cook pasta.
- Mix broccoli purée with yogurt and pasta.
11. Cottage Cheese Pasta
High-protein and smooth.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Cottage cheese – ¾ cup
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth.
- Warm gently and toss with pasta.
12. Creamy Lemon Herb Orzo
Small pasta cooks fast and feels light.
Ingredients
- Orzo – 1 cup
- Ricotta – ½ cup
- Lemon zest – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Cook orzo 8 minutes.
- Stir in ricotta and zest.
13. Spinach Ricotta Shells
Comforting but balanced.
Ingredients
- Pasta shells – 16
- Ricotta – 1 cup
- Spinach – 1 cup
Instructions
- Cook shells.
- Mix ricotta and spinach.
- Fill shells and warm at 180°C for 10 minutes.
14. Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
Classic flavors kept gentle.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Light cream – ½ cup
- Parmesan – ¼ cup
- Garlic – 1 clove
Instructions
- Sauté garlic briefly.
- Add cream and cheese.
- Toss with pasta.
15. Spring Veggie Cream Pasta
Packed with color and crunch.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Mixed vegetables – 2 cups
- Greek yogurt – ½ cup
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables 4 minutes.
- Stir in yogurt and pasta.
16. Creamy Corn Pasta
Sweet corn blends smoothly.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Corn – 1½ cups
- Light cream – ½ cup
Instructions
- Blend corn with cream.
- Warm and toss with pasta.
17. Creamy Pesto Pasta
Herby and bright.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Pesto – 2 tbsp
- Greek yogurt – ½ cup
Instructions
- Mix pesto and yogurt.
- Toss with pasta.
18. Lemon Chickpea Pasta
Protein-packed and fresh.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Chickpeas – 1 cup
- Ricotta – ½ cup
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Warm chickpeas.
- Stir ricotta and lemon into pasta.
- Add chickpeas.
19. Creamy Cauliflower Pasta
Blended vegetables create silkiness.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Cauliflower – 2 cups
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Boil cauliflower until soft, blend.
- Toss with cooked pasta and oil.
20. Creamy Spring Onion Pasta
Mild onion flavor keeps it fresh.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Spring onions – ½ cup
- Light cream – ½ cup
Instructions
- Sauté onions 2 minutes.
- Add cream and pasta.
21. Ricotta Tomato Penne
Soft cheese smooths the tomato base.
Ingredients
- Penne – 200 g
- Tomato sauce – ½ cup
- Ricotta – ½ cup
Instructions
- Warm tomato sauce.
- Stir in ricotta.
- Toss with pasta.
22. Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta
Clean flavors and quick prep.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Light cream – ½ cup
- Lemon juice – 1 tbsp
- Garlic – 1 clove
Instructions
- Sauté garlic lightly.
- Add cream and lemon.
- Toss with pasta.
23. Spinach Yogurt Pasta
Cool and creamy without heaviness.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Spinach – 2 cups
- Greek yogurt – ½ cup
Instructions
- Blend spinach with yogurt.
- Toss with warm pasta.
24. Creamy Herb Pasta
Simple herbs add brightness.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Light cream – ½ cup
- Mixed herbs – 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Warm cream gently.
- Stir in herbs and pasta.
25. Creamy Carrot Pasta
Naturally sweet and smooth.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Carrots – 2 cups
- Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Instructions
- Boil carrots until soft, blend.
- Toss purée with pasta and oil.
26. Spring Lemon Mascarpone Pasta
Rich taste with small portions.
Ingredients
- Pasta – 200 g
- Mascarpone – ⅓ cup
- Lemon zest – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Cook pasta.
- Stir mascarpone and zest into warm pasta until smooth.
Conclusion
These creamy spring pasta recipes bring comfort and freshness together in easy ways. Save a few favorites, mix them into your weekly meals, and share them with anyone who loves pasta that feels light and satisfying.
