Dinner ideas for two

Finding weeknight dinner inspiration can be hard enough, let alone when you’re trying to come up with dinner ideas for two. Getting the portion sizes right is a challenge, and you always seem to end up making many more containers-worth more than you ever really want to eat. But fear not, if you’re looking for inspiration for what to cook for you and a lucky plus one, we have your dinner ideas for two sorted.

From simple sticky noodles with rice, to creamy pastas and pork cutlets, these dinner recipes are all you’ll need to make meal times less of a drag. Just add some salad or some potatoes, and you’ll have the perfect portions of dinner on the table before you know it.

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes

Master the art of quick and tasty weeknight dinners with this easy salmon recipe.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Mushroom parmigiana

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

A bowl of creamy mushroom and spinach pasta topped with chilli flakes.

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

chicken fried rice

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Chicken with crushed harissa chickpeas

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Ponzu tofu poke bowl on a table with chopsticks

Ponzu tofu poke bowl

Try this nutritious and delicious veg-forward poke bowl for lunch or dinner.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans

Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans

Cook up a storm in the kitchen tonight with these glorious Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans! Loaded with bags of flavour and texture – these are sure to be a hit!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Roast Chicken for Two

Roast chicken for two

There’s no need to wait for a family gathering or until you get a group of friends together before you can enjoy a roast meal. Sit down together to our roast chicken for two and enjoy!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Easy chicken parmigiana

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

spanish pork cutlets

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Baked chicken with maple parsnips

Baked chicken with maple parsnips

Pan baked chicken with sweet caramelised​ onion and golden maple parsnips – simple, delicious and ready in under an hour. And suitable for diabetics too!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

sticky chicken with noodles

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

beef rib eye for two

Beef rib eye for two

This romantic steak dinner is absolutely delicious topped with pats of melting anchovy butter, sautéed mushrooms and steamed green beans.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Lamb mini roast

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Pasta with spinach, mushrooms & almonds

Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds

This delectable vegetarian pasta is packed with mushrooms, pecorino and crunchy almonds. Delish! It’s also good for diabetics.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Kaffir lime and red curry fish parcels

Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels

These delicious makrut lime and curry fish parcels are a light and healthy meal, perfect for the warmer weather. And they are suitable for diabetics.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables

Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables

Spicy, fresh and delicious! These beef slices make a great low carb lunch or dinner.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Indian-inspired chicken wraps

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

chickpea and lentil dahl recipe

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Thai beef omelettes

Thai beef omelettes

Take your taste buds to Thailand with this filling and nutritious beef omelette, full of delicious authentic flavour and texture!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

mushroom risotto recipe

Mushroom brown rice risotto

The rich and earth flavours work so well in this classic Italian rice dish.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

prawns with risoni and peas

Prawns with risoni and peas

Serve our quick garlic prawns with mushy peas and risoni for a light meal that’s perfect for summer. Find more recipes like this in The Australian Women’s Weekly’s ‘Fast Favourite Dinners’ cookbook.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

vegetarian pizza

Root vegetable tray pizza

Take a twist on the classic takeout favourite with this root vegetable tray pizza – wholesome, nourishing, and oh-so-delicious!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

salmon with green papaya salad recipe

Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad

Fresh, light and full of those essential fatty oils – this salmon dish from The Australian Women’s Weekly’s ‘Eating Well With Diabetes’ cookbook is a delicious no-fuss mid-week meal for two.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs

Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs

The addition of fresh mint, peas and ricotta adds a wonderfully fragrant and creamy note to these delicious chicken meatballs. Served in a rich tomato sauce over fresh pasta, it makes a great family meal.
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Pineapple huli huli chicken wings

Pineapple huli huli chicken wings

Tangy, sticky, sweet pineapple huli huli chicken wings! These beauties are quick, simple, and the perfect choice for dinner tonight!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

primavera frittata

Primavera frittata

We used a mixture of parsley, basil and dill for this recipe, but you can use any herbs you like. If your frying pan does not have a heatproof handle, cover the handle with aluminium foil to protect it from the heat of the grill. Frittata can be served warm or cold. Reheat slices of […]
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

schnitzel recipes

Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

Spice up dinner with this deliciously succulent za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad recipe – quick and easy and oh-so-tasty!
Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes , Ponzu tofu poke bowl , Greek pork skewers with crushed white beans , Roast chicken for two , Baked chicken with maple parsnips , Beef rib eye for two , Pasta with spinach, mushrooms and almonds , Makrut lime and red curry fish parcels , Korean beef lettuce cups with pickled vegetables , Thai beef omelettes , Mushroom brown rice risotto , Prawns with risoni and peas , Root vegetable tray pizza , Salmon with green papaya and pink grapefruit salad , Chicken, minted pea and ricotta meatballs , Pineapple huli huli chicken wings , Primavera frittata , Za’atar chicken schnitzel and salad

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