Dinner ideas for two

Never mind Valentines Day, if you need dinner ideas for two every single day of the week, you’re in the right place for inspiration.

All these recipe ideas serve two people, from beef enchiladas to courgetti with avocado pesto.

Browse 100+ dinner recipes. Not got time on your side? Have a browse through our easy 30 minute dinner recipes collection.

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Chilli crab jacket potatoes

Baked potato recipes

Chilli crab jacket potatoes

Combine the spice and fragrance of Singapore chilli crab with the simple charm of a baked potato for a weeknight...

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Pork chops with preserved-lemon butter beans

Pork chop recipes

Pork chops with preserved-lemon butter beans

Preserved lemon gives the classic combo of pork chops and beans a hit of tart, salty umami. Then, the simple...

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Vinegar-braised chicken with herby polenta

Favourite chicken recipes

Vinegar-braised chicken with herby polenta

This piquant vinegar chicken is a classic dish from the French city of Lyon. While it does mellow during cooking,...

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Tagliatelle with lamb meatballs and artichokes

30-minute meal recipes

Tagliatelle with lamb meatballs and artichokes

This easy tagliatelle with lamb meatballs is made extra tender with an olive and garlic paste – the oils in...

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Mushroom larb

Healthy dinner recipes

Mushroom larb

Inspired by larb (or laab), the Thai recipe of fragrant pork mince in lettuce cups, this mushroom version is a...

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Spinach and ricotta pancakes with crispy ’nduja oil

Savoury pancake recipes

Spinach and ricotta pancakes with crispy ’nduja oil

Savoury pancakes are where it’s at. Make this Pancake Day the best yet with these vibrant green ricotta-stuffed crêpes topped...

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Cauliflower steak diane with potato wedges

Cauliflower recipes

Cauliflower steak diane with potato wedges

Calling a thick slice of cauliflower a ‘steak’ can be a little contentious – but when it’s roasted with butter,...

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Spiced kipper fried rice

Dinner inspiration in 20 minutes

Spiced kipper fried rice

Fragrant turmeric, smoky tinned kippers and a lick of chilli take fried rice to a new level in this simple,...

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Colcannon with mustard-fried eggs

30-minute meal recipes

Colcannon with mustard-fried eggs

It doesn’t get more comforting than colcannon – cheesy, creamy mashed potato threaded with tender leeks and cabbage (or any...

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Chicken and chicory orzo

Easy orzo recipes

Chicken and chicory orzo

Caramelising bitter chicory draws out some sweetness, especially when paired with balsamic vinegar and orange. Throw in favourites like orzo...

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Fridge-raid thoran

Sustainable recipes

Fridge-raid thoran

Spice up your leftover greens with this bright, tropical thoran. It’s a particularly useful recipe to have on hand after...

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Chilli, broccoli and mozzarella pies

Broccoli recipes

Chilli, broccoli and mozzarella pies

Get a midweek pie fix with this easy recipe. A golden puff pastry lid tops a rich filling of broccoli,...

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Turkey schnitzel with cranberry ketchup

Turkey recipes

Turkey schnitzel with cranberry ketchup

Weeknight dinners can be festive too! Dish up golden turkey schnitzels with old-school Russian salad and a tangy cranberry ketchup...

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Duck with roasted plum glaze and crushed swede

Duck recipes

Duck with roasted plum glaze and crushed swede

Duck and plums are a classic combination most often found in the famous Chinese dish, but here we’ve served them...

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Marmite chicken with cacio e pepe butter beans

Butter bean recipes

Marmite chicken with cacio e pepe butter beans

This easy chicken dinner is absolute umami in a bowl. If you’re unable to eat gluten, the rich cheesy beans...

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Sausage stroganoff

Midweek meal recipes

Sausage stroganoff

You can’t beat sausages for a midweek meal, and this sausage stroganoff couldn’t be simpler. The stroganoff sauce is smoky...

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