31 Love at first bite: Sensational date night dinner ideas

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Dress to impress with these amazing date-night dinners! Easy to make and always a hit, skip the restaurant and make an amazing meal at home to ensure there’s a next date!

Sliced filet mignon steak with peppercorn sauce.
Grilled filet mignon with peppercorn sauce. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Salmon with Lemon-Herb Sauce

Salmon with Lemon Sauce.
Salmon with Lemon-Herb Sauce. Photo credit: Keto Cooking Wins.

It’s all about the sauce! Sweet, mild, and flaky salmon tastes so amazing with this NO-FAIL lemon butter and herb sauce! Impress your date with your cooking skills with this easy-peasy sauce.
Get the Recipe: Salmon with Lemon-Herb Sauce

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with Onion Gravy

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs on a platter.
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs. Photo Credit: Cook What You Love.

This is the perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal, giving you plenty of time to socialize with your date. And the results are so good! Moist, meaty chicken thighs and the gravy made with roasted onions is amazing!
Get the recipe: Oven Baked Chicken Thighs

Smoked Tomahawk Steak

Smoked Tomahawk Steak
Smoked Tomahawk Steak. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Want to impress your date? This Smoked Tomahawk Steak is meaty, beefy, and topped with a tangy sauce. And it’s big enough to share!
Get the Recipe: Smoked Tomahawk Steak

Seafood Stuffed Salmon

Seafood Stuffed Salmon
Seafood Stuffed Salmon. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Tender, flaky salmon stuffed with a seafood and veggie forward stuffing? Yes, please! Your date will love this dish but don’t tell them it’s not that hard to make!
Get the Recipe: Seafood Stuffed Salmon

Grilled Cap Steaks

Grilled Cap Steaks
Grilled Cap Steaks. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Once only found in high-end restaurants, score some of these ribeye cap steaks, fire up the grill, and impress the heck out of your date!
Get the Recipe: Grilled Cap Steaks

Gochujang Noodles

Gochujang Noodles
Gochujang Noodles. Photo credit: Moon and Spoon And Yum.

Creamy and spicy gochujang noodles take only about 10 minutes to make and are packed with flavor and comfort.
Get the Recipe: Gochujang Noodles

Curry Chicken with Onion

Chicken dish in Indian golden casserole.
Curry Chicken with Onion. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Learn how to make Curry Chicken with Onion as a great takeout replacement. Prepare a chicken curry recipe with homemade spices and coconut milk for an absolutely delicious, tender chicken meal.
Get the Recipe: Curry Chicken with Onion

Keto Stuffed Tomatoes

Keto Stuffed Tomatoes
Keto Stuffed Tomatoes. Photo credit: Low Carb No Carb.

Super simple and easy baked Keto Stuffed Tomatoes recipe with bolognese sauce that gives you a perfect blend of aroma is one grilling idea for your keto date night.
Get the Recipe: Keto Stuffed Tomatoes

Grilled Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce

Grilled Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce
Grilled Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Grilled filet mignon with peppercorn sauce (AKA steak au poivre) is one of the most luxurious meals you can prepare in less than 30 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Filet Mignon with Peppercorn Sauce

Sous Vide Sirloin Steak

Sous Vide Sirloin Steak
Sous Vide Sirloin Steak. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make perfectly cooked, tender and delicious sirloin steak. And the cooking time is mostly hands off, giving you more time for socializing.
Get the Recipe: Sous Vide Sirloin Steak

Air Fryer Cornish Hen

Air Fryer Cornish Hen
Air Fryer Cornish Hen. Photo credit: Glenda Embree.

Mouthwatering crispy skin and tender, juicy chicken make this scrumptiously simple air fryer Cornish Hen Recipe perfect for any date night dinner. It’s easy to prepare and comes together in minutes with only five ingredients.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cornish Hen

Penne al Salmone

A closeup of penne pasta with burst cherry tomatoes, flaked salmon, and parsley on a white plate.
Penne al Salmone. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

My version of Penne al Salmone is a salmon pasta without cream. Instead, it is a fresh, light, summery dish highlighting sweet and savory burst cherry tomatoes in a white wine sauce with thyme.
Get the Recipe: Penne al Salmone

Aubergine Curry

Aubergine Curry
Aubergine Curry. Photo credit: Moon and Spoon And Yum.

A super creamy Aubergine Curry packed with perfectly balanced flavors and a touch of spice. This filling and comforting eggplant curry is certain to satisfy your comfort food cravings!
Get the Recipe: Aubergine Curry

Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is twirled on a black plate on a white marble counter.
Spaghetti Arrabbiata. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Spaghetti Arrabbiata is a spicy Italian pasta dish with a sauce of crushed tomatoes, garlic, onion, and, typically, red pepper flake. It’s a simple, elegant, spicy dinner perfect for date night!
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Arrabbiata

Keto Taco Cups

Keto Taco Cups
Keto Taco Cups. Photo credit: Low Carb No Carb.

These hard shell easy, crunchy Keto Taco Cups are filled with Mexican flavors and taco ground beef is a perfect low-carb appetizer for your next party or get-together.
Get the Recipe: Keto Taco Cups

Shrimp Risotto

Shrimp Risotto
Shrimp Risotto. Photo credit: Joyfully Mad.

Whip up some Shrimp Risotto for an easy yet elegant dinner. This seafood dish is impressive but is a cinch to make.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Risotto

Vegan Birria Tacos

Vegan Birria Tacos
Vegan Birria Tacos. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Not only are these tacos jam-packed with flavor and zest, but they also happen to be vegan, so you can enjoy all the deliciousness guilt-free. Plus, nothing brings people together like a shared love of tacos!
Get the Recipe: Vegan Birria Tacos

Keto Friendly Sushi Rolls

Keto Friendly Sushi Rolls
Keto Friendly Sushi Rolls. Photo credit: Low Carb No Carb.

This quick and easy, fresh and delicious Keto Friendly Sushi Rolls recipe tastes exactly like the regular sushi you have been used to.
Get the Recipe: Keto Friendly Sushi Rolls

Artichoke Pizza

Artichoke Pizza
Artichoke Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

It’s not just a pizza, it’s a work of art! Who knew artichokes could be so romantic? Not only is it the perfect combination of cheesy, tangy, and savory, but it also happens to be a conversation starter.
Get the Recipe: Artichoke Pizza

Air Fryer Pork Chops

Air Fryer Pork Chops
Air Fryer Pork Chops. Photo credit: We Eat At Last.

These air fryer pork chops are flavorful, perfectly brown outside, and juicy inside. This recipe is absolutely easy to make, making it great for busy weeknights or date night dinners.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Chops

Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

air fryer medium rare ribeye sliced on a plate with asparagus and a fork.
Air Fryer Ribeye Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is a game changer! Simple ingredients and deliciously tender! Make a juicy medium rare ribeye in your air fryer!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

Air Fryer New York Strip Steak

air fryer New York strip steak medium rare and sliced served with brussel sprouts.
Air Fryer New York Strip Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make the Juiciest Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks in no time at all! Cooking strip steaks in an air fryer is incredibly easy. No need to go outside in a rain storm to get perfect medium rare NY Strip Steaks.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer New York Strip Steak

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon
Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Making Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is so easy and with just 2 ingredients. I love how fast the Air fryer cooks these salmon filets. Comes out perfect every single time!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Easy Sole Meunière

Easy Sole Meunière
Easy Sole Meunière. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Easy Sole Meunière is a delicious fish dish sure to please. Sole fillets are lightly browned and then served with a simple brown butter lemon sauce.
Get the Recipe: Easy Sole Meunière

Salmon Wellington

Salmon Wellington slices.
Salmon Wellington. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

Salmon Wellington, or Salmon En Croute, is a show-stopper. Salmon fillets topped with creamy spinach and leeks, and wrapped in crispy, buttery puff pastry.
Get the Recipe: Salmon Wellington

Shrimp Asparagus Risotto

Shrimp Asparagus Risotto
Shrimp Asparagus Risotto. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Shrimp Asparagus Risotto: pan-seared shrimp and fresh asparagus in a creamy risotto. A non-traditional recipe with less stirring than a traditional risotto and all of the flavor.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Asparagus Risotto

Filet Mignon with Peach Mango Cilantro Sauce

Filet Mignon with Peach Mango Cilantro Sauce
Filet Mignon with Peach Mango Cilantro Sauce. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Tender, juicy filet mignon grilled to a perfect medium rare. Served with a fruity, herbal peach mango cilantro sauce and tangy sweet grilled onions. This meal is sure to impress your guests. 
Get the Recipe: Filet Mignon with Peach Mango Cilantro Sauce

Pork Chops and Applesauce with Blackberries

Pork Chops and Applesauce with Blackberries
Pork Chops and Applesauce with Blackberries. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Take classic pork chops and applesauce to the next level with Oregon blackberries! Using frozen berries, oven roasted applesauce is pork’s perfect match.
Get the Recipe: Pork Chops and Applesauce with Blackberries

Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

ground beef with tomatoes and Italian herbs
Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Cook ground beef in a creamy tomato sauce, mix in low-carb cauliflower rice, and top the whole skillet with mozzarella cheese and parsley! Enjoy this skillet meal with your sweetie by pairing it with your favorite red wine and saying cheers to good memories made with delicious food.
Get the Recipe: Italian Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Herbes de Provence

Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Herbes de Provence
Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Herbes de Provence. Photo credit: Eat Mediterranean Food.

Take your date to the Mediterranean with these perfectly tender Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Herbes de Provence. Juicy on the inside, each bite is enveloped in an herb-infused exterior with all the flavors of Southern France. A delicious and elegant yet quick and nearly effortless main dish to make on a grill or stovetop that pairs perfectly with almost any side.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Herbes de Provence

Mongolian Chicken

Mongolian chicken.
Mongolian Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Easy to make and full of flavor, delight your date with this amazing meal of tender chicken in a flavorful sauce.
Get the Recipe: Mongolian Chicken

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