These pasta dinner recipes are bursting with the fresh flavors of spring.

These spring pasta dishes are just what the season ordered, and they’re simple to boot.

Topped with freshly fried chicken cutlets, there won’t be any leftovers, we promise.

Shrimp Alfredo

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They’re also a foolproof way to sneak veggies into a weeknight meal.

You’ll find something new in each bite, from pecans and bacon to grapes and onion.

Chicken Tortellini Salad

Tortellini is a favorite spring pasta because it’s hearty, but not overwhelming.

Southern Living Spinach-And-Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta on a plate to serve

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This Italian-inspired dish showcases fresh tomatoes and arugula and will charm guests with its unexpected, incredibly fresh flavors.

Add a vegetable side for a well-rounded meal.

It’s so simple and requires just a handful of ingredients to ensure a speedy weeknight meal.

Southern Living Lemon Chicken Pasta in a bowl ready to serve

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Feel free to swap the bowtie pasta for any you have on hand or prefer.

Cooked shrimp adds lots of juicy flavor and protein.

Serve with garlic bread for an indulgent meal.

Lemon-pepper shrimp scampi in green and blue bowls

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Bowtie or farfalle pasta are the perfect options for this meal, as they hold onto the sauce well.

A little Tabasco sauce adds a tasty kick to the bowl.

Penne noodles hold the creamy sauce allowing for a burst of flavor in each bite.

Southern Living BLT Pasta Salad in a bowl to serve with extra bacon on the side

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Garnish with fresh parsley.

Top each bowl with pine nuts for a little added crunch.

Broccoli Pesto Pasta

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Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake

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Orzo Salad with Shrimp and Lemon Dressing

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Shrimp and Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta

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Broccoli, Grape, and Pasta Salad in a white bowl with golden spoon

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Lemon Vinaigrette Pasta Salad with Field Peas

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Chicken Tortellini Salad

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Pasta Primavera with Shrimp

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Southern Living Mac And Cheese With Ham

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Creamy Pesto-and-Shrimp Penne with Peas

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Southern Living Skillet Pasta Primavera in the pan ready to serve

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Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Salad

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seafood pasta salad in a white bowl

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Southern Living Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad in bowls to serve

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Southern Living Kale and Sausage Rigatoni

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