26 alternative pasta recipes to satisfy your craving
Because sometimes you want a plate of ‘noodles’ without all of the refined carbs.

Is there any dish more satisfying and comforting than a warm bowl of your favorite pasta sprinkled with cheese? In case you're trying to cut back on refined carbs, try subbing your traditional go-to noodles with an alternative that's sure to satisfy the urge without sacrifice. Whether you want to increase your fiber intake or boost the whole-grain content of your noodle recipes, here are some delicious options from A (arugula-mushroom gnocchi) to Z (zoodles).
If you're wondering what to make with one of your Trader Joe's finds (we're looking at you, TJ's Cauliflower Gnocchi), we've got you covered there too. Here are more than two dozen recipes that'll satisfy your pasta craving while giving you some added nutritional benefits to boot.
Lentil and chickpea pasta

Minty pea pasta

Salmon, white bean & pasta salad

One-pot taco pasta

Spicy spaghetti and zucchini noodles with turkey bolognese by Millie Peartree

Penne with Homemade Bolognese Sauce

Rotini with Creamy Broccoli Sauce

Spaghetti with Homemade Tomato Sauce

Creamy Risotto with Butternut Squash
Cauliflower gnocchi and shirataki spaghetti
Hearts of palm, sweet potato, and zucchini lasagna
Spiralized zucchini, carrot, beet, butternut squash, and more

Zoodle Pasta Primavera

Zucchini noodles with tomato and basil cream sauce

Butternut Squash Noodles with Turkey, Apples & Thyme

Zucchini noodles with roasted tomato pomodoro

Summer squash noodles with chicken and peanut sauce

Zucchini noodles with creamy corn sauce

Spiralized beet slaw with lime and pepitas

Asian Mango-Cucumber Salad with Grilled Shrimp

Peanut Butter Veggie Noodles

Veggie “pasta” with lemon, chives, and goat cheese

Tricolor fettuccine Alfredo






