Preparing a meal for two persons could end up in two ways. It is either some food would be wasted or you may have to eat the same food on the next day. That will make your mealtimes very monotonous. If you decide to order take-out, on the other hand, the food that you may eat each night may not be that healthy. To help make your meals exciting and healthy at the same time, here are the top 10 quick and great healthy dinner ideas for two that you should learn to prepare.
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Healthy Dinner Ideas for Two
Here is a list of the best 10 Quick, Easy, Tasty and Great Healthy Dinner Ideas for Two Persons:
1. Steak Burritos
This is very easy to prepare. Just boil some brown rice on salsa and add some black beans. Let it simmer until all the liquid is absorbed. Now get some strip steak and brown it on a little oil. Sprinkle some pepper for added spice. Once done, assemble the steak, rice mixture, guacamole, cheese, and cilantro in your tortillas and roll it up. This meal has about 20% of your daily needs of zinc, folate, calcium, magnesium, and iron.
2. Fajita-Style Quesadillas
Here is another healthy treat. Cut some sweet pepper into strips and cook it over hot oil along with some onions and Serrano pepper. Cook only until tender, which is about 3 minutes. Get some corn tortillas and place a layer of Monterey Jack cheese on top of it. Add some of the pepper mixture, some freshly sliced tomatoes, and cilantro. Top with another tortilla and heat on a skillet. In five minutes, your quesadilla will be ready to eat. This meal contains protein from the cheese, and essential nutrients and fiber from the vegetables.
3. Maple-Chili Glazed Pork
Cut a pound of pork tenderloins into 1-inch thick cubes. Sprinkle some pepper, salt, chili powder, and ground chipotle on it then brown over medium heat. Once the pork is golden brown, add ¼ cup of apple cider, a teaspoon of vinegar, and a tablespoon of maple syrup. Bring this to a boil and then let it simmer until the sauce becomes thick. Your dinner is now done and you can enjoy a delicious meal with only 180 calories per serving.
4. Salmon with Lime and Butter
Here a nice meal that is rich with omega 3 fatty acids. You just need 8 ounces of salmon fillet. Sprinkle some salt and pepper on it and cook both sides on a skillet. Remove from heat and transfer on a plate. Now mix some butter, lime juice, lime zest, and chili powder and heat this mixture on the pan until the butter is melted. Pour the butter mixture over your salmon and enjoy a succulent dinner.
5. Moo Shu Vegetables
Here is an easy to cook meal that is filled with fiber and protein. First, cook 4 beaten eggs on a pan. Set it aside. Then, sauté some garlic and ginger. Add a pack of shredded vegetables (like broccoli slaw), some bean sprouts, and sliced scallions. Use soy sauce and vinegar to taste. Once tender, add back the cooked eggs and a couple of tablespoons of hoisin sauce. Heat for another two minutes and enjoy a Chinese style stir-fry vegetable dinner.
6. Chicken Breasts with Mushroom Sauce
Cook two chicken breasts in oil until brown. Place on a plate and bring the pan back on the stove. Sauté some minced shallot until fragrant and then add some shiitake mushroom (thinly sliced). Cook until tender then add two tablespoons of white wine. Let it simmer until dry. Now pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and chives. Bring it to a boil and bring back the chicken breasts on the pan. Let it simmer for another minute. This is best served with some pasta.
7. Crispy Fish and Peppers
Here is another low-calorie dish that is perfect for dinner. You just need a pound of fish fillet. Pick your choice between tilapia, grouper, or catfish. Rinse this and pat dry. In a bowl, mix together one egg, a cup of buttermilk, and a teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Dip the fish in the buttermilk mixture and then roll it in a dish that contains some flour. Fry until golden brown and drain on paper towels. This is best served with slices of pepper and lemons.
8. Crab Cake Burgers
Are you craving for some burgers? Instead of using beef, try crab meat instead. It is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and is low in calories too. To make the crab patties, just mix together some crab meat, mayonnaise, egg, breadcrumbs, lemon juice, chives, mustard, onion powder, pepper, celery seed, and hot sauce in a bowl. Form into patties and fry. Place in burger buns with tartar sauce and enjoy true crab flavor for your dinner. A serving of this meal also contains 44% of your daily selenium requirement.
9. Greek Honey-Lemon Pork Chops
Give your pork chops a twist with this great marinade. Stir together honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, oil, mint, salt, and cayenne pepper. Pour mixture into a resealable bag along with your chops. For the best taste, prepare this a day before and just let the chops sit on the marinade for a day in your refrigerator. When you get home, prepare your gas grill and cook the pork chops. It will be done in about 15 minutes. You can enjoy these delicious chops with some roasted potatoes or green salads.
10. Garlic Pasta with Shrimp and Vegetables
Cook 3 ounces of spaghetti as you normally would, but two minutes before it is done, add some shrimps, asparagus, peas and bell pepper in the pan. Let it cook until the pasta is tender and then drain. Now whisk together some yogurt, lemon juice, oil, parsley, pepper, mashed garlic, and salt. Add the pasta to this mixture and toss together. That is it! You now have a delicious dinner that is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, folate, calcium, zinc, potassium, iron, and magnesium.
With these great tasting and easy to prepare meals, your dinners will no longer be boring. In fact, dinner may become your favorite meal of the day once you add variety to your menu and create healthy dishes in less than thirty minutes.