We’ve always turned to pasta for an easy weeknight meal—it’s delicious, versatile, and most importantly, fast. But relying on a big bowl of carbs every night doesn’t exactly work wonders for our health, so we’ve turned to grain-free substitutes. These 18 recipes are just as quick as our old standbys, but a whole lot healthier.
18 Grain-Free Pasta Recipes You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less
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Published Nov 28, 2018
Almond-sesame Kelp Noodles
A nutty, veggie-forward pasta salad that’s ready in ten minutes? (We knew we loved you, Coterie member Phoebe Lapine.)
Grain-free Mushroom, Spinach And Leek Pasta
Channel your inner Popeye—garlicky spinach is the star of the show here.
The Simple Veganista
Kale, Sausage, And Zucchini Pasta With Creamy Pumpkin Sauce
We would eat this creamy (and totally vegan) sauce with a spoon.
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Spicy Thai Peanut Chicken Sweet Potato Noodle Stir-fry
We’re always tempted by takeout on a busy weeknight. But this nutritious alternative from Coterie member Monique Volz is so much better.
Veggie Spaghetti
Quality ingredients go a long way in this super-simple dish (so splurge on the fancy farmers market tomatoes).
Zucchini Pasta With Lentil Bolognese
Because some days call for pure comfort food (without any of the fuss or guilt).
Healthily Ever After
Spring Vegetable Noodles With Goat Cheese And Herbs
We’re all about “meatballs” made entirely of goat cheese. (In other words, Coterie member Carlene Thomas gets us.)
Kelp And Zucchini Noodle Pad Thai
The most vitamin-packed pad Thai you’ll ever eat.
Shrimp, Chorizo, And Corn Saffron Zucchini Pasta
Coterie member Ali Maffucci is basically the queen of grain-free noodles. We love how she showcases them here, in this quick Spanish-inspired skillet meal.
Whole 30 Pesto Chicken Zucchini Noodles
We thought going grain-free was going to be tough, but Coterie member Liz Flacigno has our back.
Sun-dried Tomato Red Lentil Pasta
We’re all about lentil pasta, which is packed with fiber and protein. Plus, we can’t get enough of that gorgeous red color.
Sweet Potato Noodles With Almond Sauce
How does this vegan, grain-free, veggie-packed pasta dish still manage to feel decadent? The world is full of mysteries.
Kelp Noodle And Cabbage Salad With Seared Tempeh And Carrot Orange Miso Dressing
We found a new favorite dressing, thanks to Coterie member Gena Hamshaw.
Burst Tomato And Zucchini Spaghetti With Avocado Sauce
We love using avocado as a surprising alternative to pasta sauce—it’s creamy and flavorful, and full of healthy fats.
Paleo Beef Broccoli With Broccoli Stem Noodles
We spent too many years throwing away the thick broccoli stems before we saw the light. Spiralize them for a healthy plate of noodles and minimize your food waste.
Korean Beef Zucchini Noodles
OK, so it doesn’t sizzle like an authentic bibimbap. But it has the same flavors, takes less than 30 minutes to make, and won’t put you in a carb coma. We’d call that a win.
Cold Sesame Cucumber Noodles
Add in store-bought tofu, and you have a quick and filling dinner at the ready.
The Defined Dish
Pad Kee Mao
The best (and fastest) way to get your takeout favorites on a grain-free diet? Make them yourself.
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