30 Healthy Dinner Recipes for Two – Rose Clearfield
These 30 healthy dinner recipes for two are perfect for busy weeknights. Each recipe is easy to make and full of flavor. From classic comfort food to international cuisine, there’s something for everyone. Plus, all of the recipes are made with wholesome ingredients and are low in fat and calories. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy meal or something a bit more special, these recipes are sure to please.
Ingredients:
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1-2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1-2 cups cooked brown rice
- 1-2 cups cooked black beans
- 1-2 cups cooked lentils
- 1-2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1-2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked lean protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked whole grains (e.g. quinoa, brown rice, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked legumes (e.g. black beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked lean protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked whole grains (e.g. quinoa, brown rice, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked legumes (e.g. black beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked lean protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked whole grains (e.g. quinoa, brown rice, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked legumes (e.g. black beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked lean protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked whole grains (e.g. quinoa, brown rice, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked legumes (e.g. black beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked lean protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked whole grains (e.g. quinoa, brown rice, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked legumes (e.g. black beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked vegetables (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked lean protein (e.g. chicken, turkey, fish, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked whole grains (e.g. quinoa, brown rice, etc.)
- 1-2 cups cooked legumes (e.g. black beans, lentils, chickpeas, etc.)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional herbs and spices, to taste
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the garlic, onion, and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked quinoa, brown rice, black beans, lentils, chickpeas, and vegetables and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked lean protein and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper and any desired herbs and spices.
- Serve warm.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 200-400 per serving
- Fat: 0-5g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 25-50g per serving
- Protein: 10-20g per serving
Additional Tips and Variations:
- Feel free to use any combination of vegetables, grains, and proteins that you like.
- For a vegan version, omit the lean protein and add more vegetables, grains, and legumes.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free grains and legumes.
- For a spicier version, add more herbs and spices.
- For a creamier version, add a dollop of plain Greek yogurt or a drizzle of tahini.
These 30 healthy dinner recipes for two are easy to make and full of flavor. From classic comfort food to international cuisine, there’s something for everyone. Plus, all of the recipes are made with wholesome ingredients and are low in fat and calories. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy meal or something a bit more special, these recipes are sure to please.
