Looking to spice up your date night with some incredible dishes? These 24 recipes are designed to make your evening unforgettable, whether you're hosting a romantic dinner for two or simply craving something new and exciting. From quick and easy meals perfect for busy schedules to more indulgent options ideal for celebrating special occasions, these recipes cater to every taste and preference.
![Top view of air fryer lobster tails on a plate with lemon slices and greens as garnishes.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Air-Fryer-Lobster-Tails.jpg)
Stuffed Acorn Squash
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This stuffed acorn squash with quinoa is easy to prepare and combines sweet and savory flavors, making it an excellent choice for a special evening together.
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Pasta alla Norma
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A classic Italian meal, this Pasta alla Norma features a rich tomato sauce, sautéed eggplant, and fresh basil, ready in 30 minutes for a hearty date night dinner.
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Easy Mushroom Wellington
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This vegan mushroom Wellington combines savory mushrooms and aromatic herbs in flaky pastry, creating a plant-based dish that feels special and perfect for two.
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
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Ready in just 30 minutes, this creamy sun-dried tomato pasta features sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, ricotta, and parmesan, making it a comforting yet simple meal for your night in.
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Spicy Vodka Pasta
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Spicy vodka pasta, easily adapted to be vegan or vegetarian, makes a versatile and flavorful dinner that fits both a weeknight or a date night setting.
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Roasted Vegetable Salad
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Perfect for autumn, this roasted vegetable salad is flavorful with a light vinaigrette. Serve it hot or cold for a delightful addition to your date night.
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Pesto Tortellini Salad
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This tortellini pasta salad, ready in 20 minutes with less than 10 ingredients, makes a refreshing and quick side dish for a summertime dinner together.
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Kung Pao Tofu
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Quick and easy Kung Pao tofu, ready in 30 minutes, offers a colorful, crunchy dish with bell peppers, tofu, and peanuts, perfect for a lively date night meal.
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Vegan Niçoise Salad
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Featuring fresh vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and briny olives, this vegan Niçoise salad with champagne vinaigrette provides a satisfying and refreshing option for your evening together.
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Basil Cream Sauce
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Basil cream sauce, fresh and creamy, complements any pasta and comes together in just 15 minutes, perfect for an intimate dinner.
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Easy, Spicy Gochujang Tofu
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Gochujang tofu, with its crispy, golden tofu in a sweet and spicy Korean-inspired sauce, is ready in 30 minutes, adding a bold and exciting dish to your evening.
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Tuscan Cannellini Bean Soup
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This Tuscan bean soup is a hearty, budget-friendly option that comes together in just 30 minutes, perfect for a cozy night together.
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Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese
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Roasted beet salad with goat cheese, arugula, pistachios, and grapefruit, drizzled with citrus vinaigrette, offers a refreshing and vibrant option for your summer date night.
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Savory Sweet Potato Casserole
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This savory sweet potato casserole, with garlic and a honey walnut topping, is a flavorful dish great for both holiday meals and casual dinners together.
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Authentic Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
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This classic, three-ingredient bucatini cacio e pepe recipe is as authentic and foolproof as it gets, adapted from a neighborhood restaurant favorite.
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Pan Fried Duck Breast Recipe With Berry Apple Compote
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Pan-seared duck breast with berry apple compote pairs rich, gamey duck with sweet and tangy compote, making it a beautiful dish for a special night like Valentine's Day.
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Brown Butter Shrimp with Parmesan Basil Corn Orzo
![Overhead view of two bowls of brown butter shrimp with parmesan basil corn orzo, with two glasses of wine and a wine bottle in the background.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Brown-Butter-Shrimp-with-Parmesan-Basil-Corn-Orzo.jpg)
Brown butter shrimp served on creamy parmesan basil corn orzo with blistered cherry tomatoes is a great choice for a summer evening together.
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Easy Mushroom Risotto Recipe
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Mushroom risotto, creamy and rich yet light, is an easy dinner recipe that impresses guests and is simple enough for a weeknight date night.
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French Onion Gnocchi
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French onion gnocchi combines rich, creamy textures with sweet and savory flavors, making it a comforting choice for a special evening.
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Chicken With Creamy Mushroom Sauce
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Chicken with creamy mushroom sauce is a flavorful 30-minute meal that’s both satisfying and impressive, great for weeknight dinners or a date night.
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Easy Scalloped Potatoes
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Easy scalloped potatoes are a simple and satisfying side dish, perfect for a cozy dinner for two, and always a hit.
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle
![Top view image of lemon garlic shrimp on a white plate.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Lemon-Garlic-Shrimp-on-the-Blackstone-Griddle.jpg)
Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly quick, ready in less than 5 minutes, making it an easy and delightful choice for a quick date night meal.
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Air Fryer Lobster Tails
![Top view of air fryer lobster tails on a plate with lemon slices and greens as garnishes.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Air-Fryer-Lobster-Tails.jpg)
Air fryer lobster tails are tender and buttery with a subtle sweet flavor, enhanced with garlic and lemon, perfect for an elegant evening.
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Air Fryer Chicken Katsu
![Air Fryer Chicken Katsu in a white bowl with a brown sauce, parsley, white rice, and chopsticks.](https://parallelplates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Air-Fryer-Chicken-Katsu.jpg)
Air Fryer Chicken Katsu is juicy and crispy, a great option for date night with its simple recipe and few ingredients.
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