Hi friend!
Tomato sauce? Not today! Today, I’m sharing 3 delicious pasta recipes that skip the red sauce but bring all the flavor. Whether you’re craving something creamy, zesty, or ultra-simple, these no-tomato pasta dishes are perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy weekends.
These recipes are easy, satisfying, and tomato-free — ideal for anyone avoiding nightshades or just looking to switch things up.
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One of my favorite tomato free pasta dishes is Ina Garten’s Lemon Fusilli with Arugula recipe. This can be found here. https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/lemon-fusilli-with-arugula-recipe-1947414 I used this recipe but halved the ingredient list. The Barefoot Contessa always has the best recipes and this one is a keeper!
Here are the simple recipes that I’ve created for you.
Cacio E Pepe
Ingredients
- 2 c Cooked Spaghetti Noodles *reserve 1 c of the pasta water after cooking
- 1 c Pasta Water
- 1 c Grated Parmesan Cheese
- ¼ t Black Pepper
- 2 T Butter
Instructions
- Melt butter in a pan and then add the pepper
- Add 2 T of the pasta water to the butter
- Add spaghetti to the pan and alternate adding parmesan cheese and pasta water 2 T at a time until the pasta water and parmesan have all been added to the pan
- Serve and Enjoy!
Notes
Simple Fettuccine Alfredo for Two
Ingredients
- ½ c Heavy Cream
- 1 c Milk
- 2 Garlic Cloves Minced
- 2 T Butter
- 1 c Parmesan Cheese
- 1/8 t Pepper
- 1/8 t Salt
- ½ t Greek Seasoning Blend
- 2 cups Fettuccine Noodles
Instructions
- Cook the Fettuccine Noodles according to the package directions and drain.
- In the warm pan place butter and the 2 cloves of garlic
- Add in salt, pepper, and Greek seasoning blend
- Add the milk and the heavy cream, gradually warming the milk and cream up
- Add half of the parmesan cheese and bring up to a simmer
- Simmer the sauce until it has reduced by half
- Add the cooked noodles and the remaining parmesan in to the sauce and stir to combine
- Continue to simmer until the sauce is thickened.
- Serve and Enjoy
Notes
Greek Seasoning Blend
Ingredients
- 2 T Oregano
- 2 T Basil
- 1 T Garlic Powder
- 1 T Onion Powder
- 1 t Salt
- 1 t Pepper
Instructions
- Combine all spices and store in an airtight container.
Whether you’re avoiding tomatoes or just craving something different, these pasta recipes prove that flavor doesn’t need a red sauce. Keep them in your rotation — they’re fast, flexible, and full of comfort.
Let me know if you try any of these recipes, I’d love to hear what you think.
Have a wonderful week!
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