Healthy Pasta Recipes (easy & delicious!) | Ambitious Kitchen https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pasta-recipes/ Inspiring you in and out of the kitchen Mon, 18 Nov 2024 17:14:38 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cropped-AK-for-small-sizes-1-2-64x64.png Healthy Pasta Recipes (easy & delicious!) | Ambitious Kitchen https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pasta-recipes/ 32 32 A Simple, But Fabulous Stove-Top Mac and Cheese (with optional herby golden bread crumbs!) https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/stove-top-mac-and-cheese/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/stove-top-mac-and-cheese/#respond Sun, 10 Nov 2024 10:00:26 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=91659

A Simple, But Fabulous Stove-Top Mac and Cheese (with optional herby golden bread crumbs!)

Everyone needs a simple, easy stove-top mac and cheese they can throw together in no time at all and this is bound to become your new favorite! Perfect for serving kiddos, as a holiday side dish, or for jazzing up with roasted veggies, broccoli, bacon, sausage or chicken! The options are endless when it comes

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One Pan Lightened Up Hamburger Helper https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/hamburger-helper/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/hamburger-helper/#comments Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:00:52 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=76870

One Pan Lightened Up Hamburger Helper

The creamiest one pan lightened up hamburger helper made with simple ingredients for a nostalgic, comforting dinner the whole family will love. This healthy hamburger helper takes just 30 minutes to make and is packed with flavorful and protein! Options to add your fav veggies or spice it up if you’d like. It’s time to

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Veggie-Packed Meat Sauce (freezer-friendly, great for kids!) https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/veggie-packed-meat-sauce/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/veggie-packed-meat-sauce/#comments Sun, 20 Oct 2024 13:14:29 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90868

Veggie-Packed Meat Sauce (freezer-friendly, great for kids!)

This veggie-packed meat sauce, also known as ragu, is an ultra flavorful, easy recipe to keep in your back pocket (and freezer at all times!). Packed with protein from your favorite ground meat and loaded with FOUR different vegetables, this meat sauce boasts both delicious flavor and nutrition that everyone will gobble up! Great for

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Zucchini & Sausage Baked Orzo with Hot Honey & Feta https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/zucchini-sausage-baked-orzo/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/zucchini-sausage-baked-orzo/#comments Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:00:40 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90476

Zucchini & Sausage Baked Orzo with Hot Honey & Feta

Comforting zucchini and sausage baked orzo packed with a rainbow of veggies and plenty of melty cheese. This one pan sausage baked orzo recipe is easy to make and customize, and is made extra delicious with a drizzle of hot honey. The perfect nourishing and cozy weeknight meal! One pan meal lovers, this incredible recipe

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Better-For-You Homemade Spaghetti-Os https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/homemade-spaghetti-os/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/homemade-spaghetti-os/#comments Sun, 22 Sep 2024 09:00:16 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=86325

Better-For-You Homemade Spaghetti-Os

Easy and delicious homemade spaghetti-os made with a silky roasted vegetable sauce, tender pasta, and plenty of parmesan cheese. These better-for-you spaghetti-os are packed with nutrients thanks to the sneaky veggie sauce and make the perfect weeknight dinner that kiddos and adults will love! UH OH SPAGHETTI-OS. Did I just make you the most delicious,

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Pasta Pomodoro https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pasta-pomodoro/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pasta-pomodoro/#comments Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:30 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=90231

Pasta Pomodoro

Simple and delicious pasta pomodoro made in just 30 minutes with burst cherry tomatoes, garlic, and fresh basil. This easy pasta pomodoro recipe makes a wonderful weeknight meal the whole family will love! Get ready for one of the easiest, freshest, most satisfying summer recipes to grace your dinner table. I whipped this one up

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Grilled Turmeric Lime Chicken Bowls https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/grilled-turmeric-chicken-bowls/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/grilled-turmeric-chicken-bowls/#comments Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:00:41 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=89921

Grilled Turmeric Lime Chicken Bowls

Delicious grilled turmeric chicken bowls with sweet and spicy grilled chicken, ginger garlic ramen, and a refreshing smashed cucumber avocado salad. These nourishing chicken bowls are packed with flavor and protein for a wonderful weeknight meal you’ll come back to time and time again. This is one of those recipes that came from a craving

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Herby Chickpea and Feta Pasta Salad https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/chickpea-feta-pasta-salad/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/chickpea-feta-pasta-salad/#comments Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:00:27 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=89799

Herby Chickpea and Feta Pasta Salad

Beautiful herby chickpea and feta pasta salad, AKA the viral “Jennifer Aniston” salad made with pasta! This easy salad is packed with veggies and delicious mix-ins like feta, pistachios, pickled red onions, and tons of fresh herbs. Toss it all in a light lemon vinaigrette for the perfect lunch or dinner that takes just 20

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30 Minute Brown Butter Goat Cheese Grilled Veggie Orzo https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/30-minute-grilled-veggie-orzo/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/30-minute-grilled-veggie-orzo/#comments Mon, 01 Jul 2024 16:00:02 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=60022

30 Minute Brown Butter Goat Cheese Grilled Veggie Orzo

Delicious 30 minute grilled vegetable orzo with rich brown butter and creamy goat cheese. This easy and flavorful veggie orzo recipe is the perfect way to use up fresh summer produce! Enjoy as-is or with your favorite proteins for a wonderful weeknight dinner or lunch. A savory summer dish you’re going to LOVE: this 30

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Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto + Goat Cheese https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/street-corn-pasta-salad-with-cilantro-pesto-goat-cheese/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/street-corn-pasta-salad-with-cilantro-pesto-goat-cheese/#comments Mon, 10 Jun 2024 16:00:00 +0000 http://test.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=23584

Street Corn Pasta Salad with Cilantro Pesto + Goat Cheese

Delicious vegetarian street corn pasta salad with sweet corn, red bell pepper, avocado, creamy goat cheese, and a super addicting cilantro pesto. This easy corn pasta salad recipe is not only delicious but is also a great way to use up your summer corn. Impress your friends and family with the best pasta salad ever! 

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Curried Chickpea Couscous Salad https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/curried-chickpea-couscous-salad/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/curried-chickpea-couscous-salad/#comments Thu, 23 May 2024 09:00:59 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=88897

Curried Chickpea Couscous Salad

Flavorful curried chickpea couscous salad filled with fresh herbs, crunchy nuts, and a little sweetness from dried fruit. Toss it all in the BEST creamy curry tahini dressing and enjoy the perfect plant-based lunch or side dish that stays good for days! Options to make it a fuller meal with grilled chicken or salmon. You

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Sheet Pan Jalapeño Pistachio Chicken Meatball Bowls https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pistachio-chicken-meatballs/ https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pistachio-chicken-meatballs/#comments Wed, 15 May 2024 09:00:25 +0000 https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/?p=88813

Sheet Pan Jalapeño Pistachio Chicken Meatball Bowls

Herby sheet pan pistachio chicken meatballs with a kick of heat from jalapeño and served with crispy spiced chickpeas, tender couscous, fresh toppings, and homemade spicy green feta sauce. These epic pistachio chicken meatball bowls are packed with protein for a fun, flavorful dinner you’ll love! You know those dinners you make for the week

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