Spring is the perfect time to refresh your pasta dishes with bright, seasonal ingredients. At Gertrude Grocer, we offer a bounty of fresh spring vegetables, fragrant herbs, and quality seafood that bring vibrant flavours and colour to your table. Whether you want a quick weeknight dinner or a special meal to share, these five pasta recipes showcase the best of spring’s harvest — light, fresh, and full of flavour.
1. Lemon & Asparagus Spaghetti with Fresh Basil
Ingredients:
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Spaghetti
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Fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 3cm pieces
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Garlic cloves, minced
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Lemon zest and juice
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Fresh basil leaves
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Olive oil (try a mild Australian extra virgin)
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Parmesan cheese, grated
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Salt and pepper to taste
Method:
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Cook spaghetti according to packet instructions until al dente.
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Meanwhile, sauté garlic in olive oil over medium heat, add asparagus, and cook until tender-crisp.
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Toss drained spaghetti with asparagus, lemon zest, and juice.
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Stir through fresh basil and season with salt and pepper.
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Serve topped with grated Parmesan for a bright, fresh dish perfect for spring.
2. Pea & Mint Fettuccine with Creamy Ricotta
Ingredients:
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Fettuccine pasta
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Fresh peas (or frozen peas if fresh unavailable)
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Fresh mint leaves, chopped
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Ricotta cheese (try Meredith Dairy ricotta for creaminess)
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Shallots, finely sliced
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Olive oil
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Cook fettuccine until al dente and reserve some pasta water.
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Lightly sauté shallots in olive oil until translucent.
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Add peas and a splash of pasta water, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
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Toss pasta with peas, ricotta, and mint.
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Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water and season to taste.
3. Spring Vegetable & Prawn Linguine with Garlic & Chilli
Ingredients:
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Linguine pasta
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Fresh prawns, peeled and deveined
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Zucchini ribbons
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Cherry tomatoes, halved
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Garlic, minced
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Red chilli flakes
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Fresh parsley, chopped
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Olive oil
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Cook linguine until al dente.
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Sauté garlic and chilli flakes in olive oil, add prawns and cook until pink.
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Toss in zucchini ribbons and cherry tomatoes, cooking until just tender.
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Combine pasta with prawns and vegetables.
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Finish with fresh parsley and seasoning.
4. Spring Pea & Goat Cheese Ravioli with Sage Butter
Ingredients:
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Fresh or store-bought goat cheese ravioli
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Fresh peas
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Butter
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Fresh sage leaves
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Lemon juice
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Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Cook ravioli according to instructions.
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In a pan, melt butter and gently fry sage leaves until crispy.
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Add peas and a squeeze of lemon juice to the pan.
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Toss ravioli in sage butter and peas.
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Serve with grated Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper.
5. Wild Mushroom Tagliatelle with Thyme and Garlic
Ingredients:
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Tagliatelle pasta
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Mixed wild mushrooms (e.g. shiitake, oyster, chestnut)
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Fresh thyme leaves
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Garlic, minced
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Shallots, finely chopped
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Olive oil
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Cream (optional)
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Parmesan cheese
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Salt and pepper
Method:
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Cook tagliatelle until al dente.
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Sauté shallots, garlic, and mushrooms in olive oil until golden and tender.
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Add fresh thyme leaves and a splash of cream if desired for richness.
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Toss pasta with mushroom mixture and season well.
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Serve with shaved Parmesan and a sprinkle of thyme.
Why Choose Gertrude Grocer for Your Spring Pasta?
Our carefully curated selection of pasta, fresh spring vegetables, and herbs helps you create vibrant, healthy, and flavourful meals every day. We pride ourselves on sourcing premium ingredients like Don Antonio pasta, Meredith Dairy ricotta, and fresh local produce to inspire your cooking this season.
Explore our full range and start cooking spring’s freshest pasta dishes today.