Recipes and Cooking Healthy Recipes Healthy Dinner Recipes 12 Healthy Dinner Ideas for Two to Cook for an Easy Night In By Karla Walsh Updated on August 26, 2022 Fact checked by Emily Estep Fact checked by Emily Estep Emily Estep is a plant biologist and journalist who has worked for a variety of online news and media outlets, writing about and editing topics that range from film and beauty to science and the automobile industry. Her plant biology degree has a focus on sustainable agriculture, and she's an expert on growing your own food, environmental sciences, and all topics relating to houseplants. Learn about BHG's Fact Checking Process Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Jason Donnelly Whether you're looking for weeknight-friendly easy, healthy dinner ideas for two or are seeking a special occasion-worthy healthy dinner idea for two, these Test Kitchen all-time favorites will help you get dinner on the table and save you from an overload of leftovers. No need to make a reservation, and you can take a break from takeout. These healthy, simple dinner ideas for two make it tasty and fun to share a date night (or roommate night!) at home, sweet, home. 01 of 12 Walnut-Stuffed Zucchini Boats View Recipe Adam Albright You're probably familiar with seeing zucchini boats overflowing with ground beef. But for this plant-based easy, healthy dinner ideas for two, we've traded in a nearly indistinguishable substitute: pepper- and parsley-flavored walnut crumbles. Along with protein-rich quinoa and parmesan cheese, these stuffed veggies make for a dreamy dinner for you and a pal or a plus one. (Or for a second round tomorrow!) 02 of 12 Scallop and Asparagus Alfredo View Recipe Jason Donnelly This healthy dinner idea for two is a stellar option for those evenings you're in the mood for pasta. (If you ask us, that's every night!) This lighter—yet still creamy—take on Alfredo scores a sophisticated, satisfying boost by way of protein-packed scallops and crisp-tender asparagus. 03 of 12 Turkey-Cucumber Sandwiches with Cilantro Spread View Recipe Adam Albright Whipped feta took over social media in 2021. Flash back to that tasty trend any time, easy, healthy dinner ideas for two-style, with this dressy-enough-for-supper sandwich. Feta, Greek yogurt, cilantro, cumin, and lemon team up in the smoky, creamy, and fresh spread. Protein-packed lean turkey, hydrating cucumber ribbons, and crisp, superfood spinach join the party atop whole grain naan bread for a flatbread you two won't soon forget. 27 Fast and Fresh Flatbread Recipes That Will Make You Take a Night Off From Pizza 04 of 12 Southern Fried Catfish and Green Beans View Recipe Greg DuPree Head South for dinner tonight—no plane ticket or packing required. This healthy dinner idea for two will transport your taste buds there, at least! It delivers all of the tasty soul food-style flavor you'd expect, but in a lighter format thanks to the lower-fat cooking format of the air fryer. Although this meal is light on calories, it will keep you feeling full thanks to a punch of protein, via the catfish, and fiber, by way of green beans. 05 of 12 Pressure Cooker Lemon and Dill Fish Packets View Recipe Adam Albright Parchment or foil packets are often featured as part of grilling menus or offered as oven options. But for this low-carb healthy dinner idea for two, we'll coach you through how to "roast" tilapia to flaky, tender, herb-infused perfection in an Instant Pot. In just 20 minutes—plenty of time to toss together a fruit salad and toast a baguette for sides—your restaurant-quality main dish will be table-ready. 13 Healthy Instant Pot Recipes for Quick, Flavor-Packed Meals 06 of 12 Greek Feta Burgers View Recipe Jason Donnelly This healthy, simple dinner idea for two comes together in less than 30 minutes total, and even less time is spent actively cooking. Follow our lead and opt for lean ground beef and top the sandwich with plenty of vegetables, and you'll build a burger that's brimming with healthy-for-you protein, heart-healthy potassium, and energy-supporting iron. This is one of our go-to weeknight Mediterranean diet options that certainly doesn't feel like "diet food." 07 of 12 Citrus Salmon Fillets with Raspberry Salsa View Recipe Scott Little Yes, we know it might sound a little odd to slow cook salmon. But stick with us here: This easy, healthy dinner idea for two is a breeze to make thanks to this unexpected (and unexpectedly awesome) poaching technique. Cooking the seafood in citrus- and tarragon-infused water makes it so moist, tender, and rich in flavor. All that's left to do come dinnertime is toss together the vibrant and vitamin-rich fruit salsa. Easy 30-Minute Salmon Recipes to Get Dinner on the Table Fast 08 of 12 Grilled Flank Steak Salad View Recipe Jason Donnelly Fire up the grill, because that's pretty much the only tool you need for this filling salad dinner for two. Chock-full of brightly-colored veggies and dressed with an herb-rich dressing, this healthy dinner salad is brimming with good-for-you nutrients. 09 of 12 Avocado and Tomatillo Sandwiches with Pesto View Recipe Blaine Moats This healthy recipe for two pulls double duty: Serve it as a lunch or dinner, at home, or on-the-go. These delicious vegetarian sandwiches get loads of flavor from home-pickled onions and an herb pesto. Quick and Easy Vegetarian Dinners to Try Tonight 10 of 12 Avocado Egg Bake View Recipe Hannah Bigot Four ingredients, low-calorie, and low-carb, this easy dinner for two is oh-so-healthy, too. Pull this healthy recipe together for you and your plus one in under 30 minutes. It also doubles as a light yet satisfying breakfast or brunch. 11 of 12 Air-Fried Salmon with Horseradish Rub View Recipe Caitlin Bensel Wildly high in protein and low in carbs and sugar, this easy, healthy dinner idea for two might just be our favorite restaurant-style salmon recipe to ever leave our Test Kitchen. "Roasting" in the air fryer means that the horseradish crust gets satisfyingly crunchy after a mere 15 minutes of cooking—not to mention that clean up is a breeze. Serve it over leafy greens or a bed of quinoa or rice and you'll feel like you're dining at a fancy bistro. Here, the tip is yours to keep! 12 of 12 Cheesy Panini with White Fish and Apple-Carrot Slaw View Recipe Jason Donnelly Striking the perfect balance of richness (melty cheese) and nutrition (from fruits, veggies, and protein-strong tilapia), this panini reminds us of a menu item at one of our favorite local bistros. Plus the entire healthy, simple dinner idea for two comes together in 20 minutes, so you'll have more time to share together rather than sweating over the stove. Just be sure not to skip the slaw; it's bright and punchy and a deliciously crisp pairing for the ooey-gooey panini. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit