15 Healthy Dinner Recipes For Two
Cooking a healthy dinner for two can feel special and intimate without being complicated. I love how these recipes bring together nutritious ingredients and delicious flavors, perfect for a cozy meal with someone you care about. They make eating well enjoyable and stress-free.
From light yet satisfying mains to flavorful sides, these recipes are designed to nourish both body and soul. Each dish is portioned just right, making it easier to avoid waste while sharing a memorable dinner.
If you’re looking for healthy meals that are quick, tasty, and perfect for two, these recipes are a must-try. Let’s dive into these delightful dishes that make dinnertime special!
1- FROZEN SALMON IN AIR FRYER
Tender, flaky, frozen salmon in the air fryer. These salmon fillets are brushed with an easy and flavorful honey and garlic marinade. Perfect for a minimal effort meal that is ready in 12 minutes.
2- VEGAN GYRO
This Mediterranean falafel sandwich is made using fluffy pita, warm falafel, and tons of fresh vegetables before being topped with a drizzle of creamy vegan tzatziki sauce.
3- VEGAN BURRITO BOWL
This homemade vegan taco bowl is made using fresh and roasted vegetables, warm beans and rice, and is topped with a drizzle of spicy homemade chipotle sauce.
4- Marinara Pizza
Add some zing to your next pizza night with this delicious marinara pizza recipe! Made with tomatoes, garlic, and herbs, this sauce is packed with flavor. Slather it on your favorite crust and bake until bubbly. Yum!
5- Spicy Salmon Bowl
This Spicy Salmon Bowl is a bright and colorful meal that’s packed with baked salmon, fresh veggies and whole grains. It’s drizzled with a sweet and spicy mayo sauce.
6- Pumpkin Risotto
There’s not much I love more than a savory pumpkin recipe! This creamy pumpkin risotto is made with caramelized onions and topped with toasted hazelnuts and crispy sage!
7- Roasted Chicken and Peaches
This chicken is marinated in Greek yogurt and balsamic vinegar and roasted with peaches and shallots, then topped with fresh basil for a slightly sweet but super savory summer meal! Everything comes together easily in just one pan!
8- GARLIC CHILI OIL NOODLES
Easy, simple, and delicious, these Garlic Chili Oil Noodles come together in just 15 minutes! They’re finished with a generous amount of chopped cilantro for a fresh and tasty meal!
9- LEMON CHICKEN TENDERS
This succulent Baked Lemon Chicken Tenders with Tomatoes and Zucchini is your solution to a quick and easy weeknight dinner! Marinaded chicken tenderloin, sliced zucchini, and whole grape tomatoes are baked together for a fuss-free sheet pan meal.
10- SAUSAGE AND KALE PASTA
Looking for a unique yet easy pasta dish to add to your weekly rotation? This healthy and delicious Sausage and Kale Pasta is it! Together, chicken sausage, leafy kale, and a creamy pesto sauce pack a wallop that’s full of flavor, hearty yet light, and super cozy!
11- Brown Rice Buddha Bowl
A scrumptious and satisfying warm sautéed mushroom salad with spinach that you can get on the table in just 20 minutes.
12- Veggie Quinoa Wrap
Enjoy a flavorful lunch with this homemade veggie wrap! Loaded with protein-packed quinoa and colorful veggies all dressed in a homemade Italian dressing.
13- Air Fryer Tilapia without Breading
Air fryer tilapia is the easiest fish dinner! Featuring just a few ingredients, this tilapia recipe without breading is a healthy dinner idea that can be ready to eat in under 15 minutes.
14- Vegan Edamame Poke Bowl
I am all about simple and nourishing meals. Just because a recipe is simple, does not mean it can’t be absolutely delicious. This Vegan Edamame Poke Bowl without Tofu is one of those simple recipes that is just so good.
15- Vegan Creamy Carrot Tomato Soup
It is officially soup season. Even though I eat soup year around, soup definitely hits different in the fall. This Vegan Creamy Carrot Tomato Soup with Cashews and Basil is going to be my new go to soup recipe.