On date night, no one should feel left out of the meal or like they can’t indulge. That can get tricky when you or your boo are trying to eat healthier or are following a specific diet. Fear not, a romantic dinner that won’t derail anyone’s diet is totally possible with our list of 60 healthy dinners for two!
Romantic Healthy Dinner Ideas For Two
We know health looks different to different people, so we’ve included options for every diet, like low carb, vegan, pescatarian, or gluten-free. We also know that the first time you cook for someone new is a whole different vibe than throwing together weeknight dinner with a long term partner. We’ve got you whether you’re lighting candles and setting the mood, or just kicking back together to binge watch your new fave show.
We think almost nothing says classic romance like Italian food, and our lightened up classics like Skinny Alfredo or Chicken Primavera spaghetti squash will make you feel like you’re in your favorite restaurant. Got a vegan or vegetarian sweetie? Our Seitan Piccata or homemade Crunchwraps skip the meat but not the flavor, whether they eat meatless on Mondays or everyday. Is one or both of you avoiding red meat, but are all about chicken, turkey, fish? We’ve got tons of options, from an entire roast chicken to turkey burgers. Looking to jazz up your romance? Start by spicing up your dinner with unconventional flavors, like in our sesame-crusted Chicken Parm or sweet and sour Mulligatawny soup. From special occasions to weeknight meals, these recipes are sure to make your health-conscious love feel special.
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s, an anniversary, or just want to make your special someone feel extra special, there’s nothing like a romantic homemade dinner for two. Most of these recipes can be easily halved to serve two— though you could also just save the leftovers for the next day.
Skipping the heavy cream and using just a little bit of Greek yogurt gives you a creamy sauce you’ll never know is lightened up!
Elevate date night chicken Parm with toasty sesame seeds and smoky harissa paste.
This veggie-packed paella comes together in under an hour, and, even better, most of the cooking happens in the oven.
When you’re cooking to impress, few dishes can top homemade ramen.
The juices released by the peppers mixed with the olive oil, balsamic and burrata creates a de facto sauce that will have you making this recipe at least once a week.
The coconut milk and spice go so well together, making a rich, but not heavy, sauce that really tastes and feels far more complicated than it is.
Not just for game day, these nachos are a win for weeknight movie watching dates!
Use your favorite jarred salsa verde to make this extremely easy and flavorful dish.
This dish will transport you straight to the Mediterranean seaside
Meaty oyster mushrooms stand in for steak in our vegetarian take on this Southern classic.
Trout’s delicate flavor is the perfect match for citrus and herbs, which is why we love to roast it whole, filling it with all our favorite aromatics. Encasing the fish in foil steams the fish, trapping in all that delicious, buttery jus.
These chicken meatballs have a kick from a traditional kung pao sauce that gets most of its heat from dried red chilis, so it’s easy to set your own spice level
In Korean, bibimbap literally means mixed rice— you and your date can mix and match toppings to your hearts’ desires.
This stunning salad has crunchy fennel (or sub celery if you like), juicy orange segments, creamy avocado, crispy fried pita, and a simple herb-packed dressing that ties it all together.
This spicy, buttery, citrusy dish is an old-school classic. It’s great for a fancy dinner, but equally good when you’re pressed for time.
Whip up this dinner using premium ingredients, and it’ll feel like you went out to the fanciest steakhouse.
One whiff of this rich soup, and you’ll feel like you’re ducking into a little bistro right off the river Seine.
The classic creamy, savory sauce is easy to make and so good you’ll want to drizzle it over everything.
This version of the classic dish, made with white wine, crème fraîche, and a bit of Dijon, is not too heavy, so you can enjoy the meal and still have room for dessert.
Shrimp are an ideal romantic dinner main dish: They’re fast and easy to cook, but look (and taste) oh-so elegant
This French country recipe has it all: bright flavors, a to-die-for sauce, and the ease of being able to make it all in one pot. Halve the recipe for two hearty portions—or make the whole thing and have lunch for the next couple days.
A Dutch baby—essentially a giant savory pancake—makes for an elegant and impressive dinner. Serve with a simple side salad and a nice bottle of wine.
There’s just something about roast chicken on a bed of vegetables, isn’t there? This recipe yields juicy, flavorful meat and surprisingly delicious veggies.
Prepare dinner for two in a flash with this easy, homemade chicken pot pie dish, which can be served in individual ramekins.
This sweet and savory pasta dish get be made in a jiffy (and they’ll never know you used store-bought ravioli).
A simple steak meal is elevated with smashed minty peas and grilled bread.
Thanks to fresh jalapeño, cilantro, and ginger, this zesty slaw will wake up your senses and tastebuds.
This elegant-enough-for-a-date dinner only has four main ingredients: pasta, butter, cream, and Parm!
This creamy pasta is elegant and easy to make, and the sweet, nutty flavor is everything you want.
Fresh veggies, sliced prosciutto, and a to-die-for dough make this far from your ordinary pizza night fare.
This elegant, easy white pizza is surprisingly scrumptious.
Sometimes the most romantic dinners are the simplest. Take a page from Ina Garten (who knows a thing or two about romance) and make your beloved this soup and sandwich combo.
The creamed spinach in this dish makes our hearts thump a little faster just thinking about it.
Sear up these big bone-in steaks for the cowboy in your life.
This knife-and-fork sandwich is a French bistro classic. Pair it with a side of bistro fries, and maybe a viewing of Beauty and the Beast
Want to do something a little different than steak? This mint and feta dusted lamb chop dish is to die for.
Some say salmon’s an aphrodisiac. Either way this healthy dinner won’t slow you down, so you’ll have plenty of energy later.
Apple cider and white wine keep this chicken dinner tender and moist.
Cacio e Pepe—elegantly simple pasta with pepper and cheese—is all the rage. We amp it up a bit with some chicken and spicy arugula.
Don’t sleep on the vinaigrette, which transforms the flavor of both the chops and the peas.
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Pesto Parmesan Spaghetti Squash With Shrimp from Peas and Crayons
This tastes kind of like shrimp scampi, but is way, way lighter. And it’s kind of fun to use the squash as a bowl. Get the recipe here.
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