Healthy Delicious Dinner Ideas For Two

Recipe 1: Oven Baked Salmon with Asparagus and Cranberry Quinoa

This delicious recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner for two. The salmon is cooked in the oven and is served with asparagus and cranberry quinoa. This meal is packed with protein and has a delightful sweetness from the cranberry quinoa. It also has a hint of lemon which adds a nice freshness to the dish. This meal is sure to be a hit with your special someone!

Ingredients

For the Salmon:

2 salmon fillets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

For the Asparagus:

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

For the Cranberry Quinoa:

1 cup quinoa
2 cups vegetable broth
1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

For the Salmon:

Preheat the oven to 375°F.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brush the salmon fillets with the olive oil mixture.
Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through.

For the Asparagus:

Toss the asparagus with the olive oil, salt and pepper.
Place the asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the asparagus is tender.

For the Cranberry Quinoa:

In a medium saucepan, bring the vegetable broth to a boil.
Add the quinoa and cranberries, cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender.
Remove the pot from the heat, stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition

This dish is rich in protein, fiber and vitamins. The salmon is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids and is low in calories and saturated fat. The asparagus provides Vitamin A, Vitamin C and folate. The cranberry quinoa is rich in fiber and is a great source of complex carbohydrates. This meal is a healthy and delicious dinner for two.

Recipe 2: Grilled Chicken with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli

This delicious recipe is perfect for a light and healthy dinner for two. The grilled chicken is served with roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli. This meal is low in calories, but is full of flavor. The sweetness of the sweet potatoes is balanced by the slight bitterness of the broccoli. This meal is sure to be a hit with your special someone!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

For the Sweet Potatoes:

2 sweet potatoes, cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

For the Broccoli:

1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

For the Chicken:

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Brush the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Grill for 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.

For the Sweet Potatoes:

Toss the sweet potatoes with the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are tender.

For the Broccoli:

Toss the broccoli with the olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Place the broccoli on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the broccoli is tender.

Nutrition

This dish is a great source of lean protein. The chicken is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Selenium. The sweet potatoes are an excellent source of Vitamin A and Vitamin C. The broccoli is a good source of Vitamin C, Vitamin K and Folate. This meal is a healthy and flavorful dinner for two.