Christmas is a family celebration and we usually spend Christmas Eve with our parents, siblings, grandparents and the like. But especially if we have been together with our partner for a long time, it is of course worth considering whether things are slowly getting worse It would be time to celebrate together just the two of you. Because let's be honest - nothing beats the warmth and intimacy of a cozy dinner in your own four walls. In fact, preparing a festive Christmas meal for two people can be just as fun as cooking for the whole family. And the best part? You don't have to spend a lot of money or spend hours in the kitchen. How does that work? To help you prepare the perfect evening, we have put together lots of great recipes for a delicious and uncomplicated Christmas menu for two. Whetherfestive salads for Christmas, delicious main courses or heavenly winter desserts – there is guaranteed to be something for every taste!
Starter recipes for Christmas dinner for 2 people
Starters are ideal for a delicious start to Christmas dinner for two people. In winter there are a lot of seasonal fruits and vegetables that go wonderfully with crispy salads andcreamy soupscan be processed. However, the starter should leave you wanting more and not be heavy on your stomach. So how about a fine carpaccio, for example? Or would you rather have pumpkin soup? Here are a few ideas for Christmas appetizers for the perfect Christmas menu!
Lentil salad with fried carrots and rocket
Crunchy carrots, arugula and a creamy dressing - this salad can be easily prepared in advance and is ideal for a simple Christmas dinner for 2 people.
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 300 grams carrots, peeled and thinly sliced lengthwise
- 80 grams of arugula
- 250 grams of fully cooked lentils
- 1/2 cucumber, chopped finely
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 50 grams feta, crumbled
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- The juice and grated zest of 1 lemon
- 1 TL Honig
- 1 tsp mustard
- 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Mix the carrots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, the cumin seeds, salt and pepper and roast for 35-40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, to make the dressing, mix together the olive oil, honey, mustard, lemon zest and juice.
- Toss the arugula, lentils, cucumber and roasted carrots with the dressing in a large salad bowl.
- Sprinkle with feta and enjoy!
Crispy baked potatoes with balsamic vinegar
Full of flavor, wonderfully crunchy and incredibly delicious - these baked potatoes with balsamic vinegar are the perfect starter for your quick Christmas dinner for 2!
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 350 grams of potatoes
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 garlic clove, coarsely chopped
- 40 ml Balsamic Essig
- 15 Gramm Butter
- Some fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.
- Cut the potatoes into equal pieces and cook in boiling water for 10 minutes.
- Drain and mix with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt and pepper. Roast for 40-45 minutes until golden brown.
- Then add the onion, garlic and balsamic vinegar and mix everything well.
- After 10 minutes, add butter and thyme leaves, mix well and roast for another 15-20 minutes.
- Serve on a platter with some arugula and you have the perfect appetizer for your Christmas dinner!
You can really go all out with the main course for the Christmas dinner for two people.Classics like roast goose, duck and raclette are always possible, but they are too complicated and therefore rather unsuitable for a relaxed dinner for two. But don't worry - here you will find 3 super simple and equally delicious recipes for the perfect main course!
Beef fillet with sweet potato puree for a quick Christmas dinner for 2 people
Aromatic beef fillets and a creamy sweet potato puree come together to create a wonderfully delicious main course and are the perfect choice for a quick Christmas dinner for 2!
Ingredients:
- 2 beef fillet steaks, 250 grams each
- 300 grams sweet potatoes, cut into small pieces
- 1 shallot, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 150 grams of broccoli
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 50 ml Cognac
- 20 ml white wine
- 50 ml vegetable broth
- 1 EL Senf
- 20 grams of almonds
- 80 grams of sour cream
- 1 THE BUTTER
- 70 ml milk
- Some fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Mix the sweet potatoes and shallots with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and salt and bake for about 20-25 minutes.
- In the meantime, pat the steaks dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in a pan and fry the steaks vigorously for 3-4 minutes while turning.
- Remove from the pan and keep warm in the oven.
- Add sugar and shallots to the roasting mixture and caramelize briefly.
- Then deglaze with wine and cognac and bring to the boil.
- Add the broth and mustard and simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook broccoli in boiling water for 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sour cream, thyme and broccoli to the pan and stir in.
- Heat milk and butter in a small saucepan and add the potatoes. Mash with a potato masher and season to taste.
- Then arrange the steaks with mashed potatoes, broccoli and sauce on the plates and enjoy!
Crispy salmon with almond crust
You would haveCraving fish for Christmas? Then this crispy almond-crusted salmon is just right for you! Quick, uncomplicated and full of flavors – a real treat for the palate!
Ingredients:
- 2 Lachs-Filets at 200-250 Gramm
- 30 grams of almonds
- 20 grams of sesame seeds
- 1 clove of garlic
- 20 ml lemon juice
- 1 EL Honig
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees.
- For the sauce, mix honey, soy sauce, lemon juice and garlic clove and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast the almonds in a pan without fat and chop them finely. Mix with the sesame seeds in a bowl.
- Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil.
- Roll the fish first in the sauce and then in the almond mixture.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and enjoy!
Poached pears as a quick dessert for your Christmas dinner for 2 people
No matter whether you are preparing a Christmas dinner for two people or for the whole family - the highlight of the evening is always the dessert! Of course you can always have oneBake mulled wine cakeor a fewEggnog cookiestreat. However, if you're looking for something a little more decadent, these poached pears have you covered!
Ingredients for 2 servings:
- 2 pears
- 75 grams of sugar
- 200 ml red wine
- 50 grams of almonds
- 1 TL Vanilleextrakt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- A pinch of salt
Preparation:
- Wash, peel, halve and core the pears.
- Bring red wine, cinnamon and 50 g sugar to the boil in a saucepan.
- Add the pears and let simmer on low for about 30-40 minutes.
- In the meantime, lightly caramelize the remaining sugar in a saucepan over low heat.
- As soon as the sugar turns golden brown, remove the pan from the heat and add the almonds.
- Mix well and let cool on baking paper.
- Roughly chop the almond mixture with a knife.
- Remove the pears from the red wine stock and set aside.
- Mix cornstarch with a little water.
- Bring the red wine stock to the boil and add the cornstarch. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the poached pears with red wine sauce and almond brittle and enjoy!
