30 Low Calorie Pasta Recipes You Need to Try Now

Craving a creamy sauce? Swap coconut milk for dairy and you’ll cut your calories in half.

No need to feel guilty about getting another helping of these gnocchi-like clouds.

Thanks to the world’s most versatile veggie, a bowl of this stuff is under 500 calories.

This lighter take uses milk instead of cream, so feel free to have seconds.

OK, this isn’t technically pasta, but it’s just as good. We promise.

There’s so much kale hidden in here, it’s practically a salad.

Sayonara, marinara.

Use light ricotta cheese to make the dish even lighter.

Pile the veggies high.

We’d like some more, peas.

A tasty new take on baked ziti.

Just because you’re eating healthy doesn’t mean you can’t have a liiiitle bit of Gruyère cheese.

It’s gorgeous enough to serve at your next dinner party, but not too fancy for the kiddos.

The best part (beyond having just one pot to clean)? Once you’ve mastered this version, you can customize the recipe to your heart’s content.

It's pretty magical and not too fancy for the kiddos.

You can use any variety of grain-free pasta, but we’re a big fan of the Cappello’s brand: fresh pasta that’s both gluten- and grain-free.

This bright red pasta is packed with fiber and healthy carbs—plus, it’s so much prettier than the regular kind.

Half pasta, half veggies and topped with creamy almond milk sauce.

Make it with whole-wheat pasta for a little extra virtue.

Psst: Subbing in veggies for pasta means you can have two bowls.

Need an easy weeknight dinner? Use store-bought pesto.

This fresh mix of vegetables and balsamic is filling and healthy at the same time.

The perfect not-sad-desk-lunch option.

Even the kids will love this one.

This recipe from Coterie member Ali Maffucci is little bit spicy, a little bit briny and a lot delicious.

Add in some mashed butternut squash and cut down on the butter and your favorite decadent dish is officially healthy.

Our favorite veggie saves the day. It’s rich and creamy, without all the calories.

It tastes just like takeout but will set you back only 400 calories.

Bonus: It’s ready in just 30 minutes.

This one-pot, pasta limone is like dinner in your back pocket: You likely have most of the ingredients in your kitchen already, and it comes together in practically no time.