Well, if you know what they say about the way to a man’s heart…. Here are seven extremely simple meals you can pull off for a romantic date at home. We can guarantee your guy will fall hard with these meals!
7 Easy Meals Recipes To Cook For Him
1. Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon in Foil with Pineapple
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This lemon garlic butter salmon is a breeze to make and the method of cooking it all together in a foil pouch seals in moisture and keeps the sweet aroma intact. A no-fuss weeknight dinner you'll be proud of — Plus, you'll make someone happy!
Serves 2:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1/2 pineapple, halved and sliced
- ¼ cup butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- 4 large cloves garlic, crushed
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper
2. Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mozzarella and Spinach
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Seriously cheesy and bursting with flavors, this delicious dinner for two comes together so easy and cooks in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a cozy date night at home.
The Chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 slices of fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, minced
- 1 can low-sodium crushed
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup (125ml) chicken stock
- Crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
3. Garlic Lime Chicken with Fresh Herbs Quinoa
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This garlic lime chicken tenders and quinoa is a whole and effortless meal, perfect for a dinner for two. Beside chicken and quinoa, all you need for this recipe is a good mix of spices and a handful of fresh herbs.
The Chicken:
- 1 pound (450g) chicken tenders
- Juice of one lime
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon crushed cashews
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 cup (200g) quinoa, cooked
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
- 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, chopped
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
4. Lemon Garlic Herb Shrimp with vegie in Foil Packets
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Want to try something new? Enjoy the hearty flavors of a nourishing dinner adapted from campfire cooking. Shrimp with tomato and zucchini are marinated with a herbed lemon garlic sauce and smothered in foil packets in the oven.
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds (900g) large raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole lemon, juice and zest
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 5 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 zucchinis, diced
- 2 large tomatoes, diced
- Crushed chili pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pats
5. Grilled Asparagus & Steak Fajita Roll-Ups
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Add a touch of gourmet to your date dinner with these grilled asparagus and steak fajita roll-ups, full of the bold flavors of the Southwest. Serve with a fresh spin of lemon, cilantro and greek yogurt dipping sauce on the side.
Asparagus and steak fajitas:
- 1 pound (450g) thinly sliced sirloin tip steak
- 1 bunch of asparagus, washed and trimmed
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- 1 greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped cilantro, to taste
- Salt and fresh cracked pepper, to taste
6. Shakshuka with veggies
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For a casual dinner or a relaxed brunch, this easy one-skillet Shakshuka just happens to be quick and super delicious. Combined with tomatoes and eggs to make a filling dish, you can enjoy it with your significant other along a good cup of tea or coffee.
Serves 2:
- 4 farm eggs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 zucchini, cut into thin slices
- 1/2 eggplant, cut into cubes
- 1/2 rutabaga, peeled and cut into small chunks
- 2 carrots, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 2 red bell peppers, cut into thin strips
- 4 large tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 vegetable bouillon cube
- 4 scallions, chopped
- Fresh cilantro, for topping
7. Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
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The easiest and most delicious shrimp tacos with a super easy, fresh and delicious mango salsa. This simple meal is so fresh and satisfying!
The shrimp:
- 1 lb (450g) shrimp, shells removed
- 2 tablespoons tandoori seasoning (or to taste)
- 2 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 teaspoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 mango, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Wheat or corn tortillas
- Cilantro for garnish