Budget recipes for two (2024)

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Discover simple, affordable meals for two people. These budget-friendly lunches and dinners include storecupboard pasta, pizza, soups and stir-fries.

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  • A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.38 ratings

    Use seeded tortillas as pizza bases for a quick and healthy lunch - crack an egg in the centre and bake to boost protein intake

  • Smoky chickpeas on toast

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.21 ratings

    Spend just 12 minutes on this healthy, budget-friendly supper for two. Our fuss-free smoky chickpeas on toast deliver two of your 5-a-day and is low in calories

  • Easy vegan pho

    A star rating of 3.8 out of 5.15 ratings

    Make our easy vegan noodle soup for a warming midweek meal. This low-calorie recipe can be spiced up according to taste with a side serving of sriracha

  • Charred cauliflower pasta with pumpkin seed pesto

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Roast cauliflower florets and add to pesto pasta to make this lovely flavour-packed dinner for two. Sprinkle over a pinch of lemon zest to serve

  • App onlyPulled chicken bowl. This is a premium piece of content available to registered users.

    A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.4 ratings

    Enjoy this budget-friendly chicken and spinach dish with rice and tortilla chips, or use as a filling for a burrito or burger buns

  • Marinated tofu

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Marinate tofu in a punchy maple, chilli and soy dressing – never again will you think tofu is bland. Garnish with coriander leaves and sesame seeds

  • A star rating of 5 out of 5.28 ratings

    Rustle up this budget-friendly, healthy soup for a nourishing, easy midweek meal. It's packed with kale, chickpeas, sweet potato and plenty of flavour

  • Gnocchi cacio e pepe

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.28 ratings

    Enjoy a comforting bowl of gnocchi with parmesan and black pepper. It's simple but utterly delicious – and the best part is, it only takes seven minutes to make

  • A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.24 ratings

    Never tried seafood with spicy chorizo? Give it a go in this simple supper for two

  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.4 ratings

    Spruce up beans on toast with this hearty version, topped with pancetta and eggs. It works for brunch or supper, and makes a quick and easy and meal for two

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.34 ratings

    Spice up supper with this superhealthy recipe that's high in fibre, packed with iron and counts as 4 of your 5-a-day - it's cheap too!

  • Herby mushroom pasta

    A star rating of 3.9 out of 5.63 ratings

    A quick, low-fat idea for a midweek supper - good if you're on a budget.

  • A star rating of 3 out of 5.30 ratings

    Take one cauliflower and blend with red lentils, fennel seeds, curry paste and lemon juice to be rewarded with this warming, hearty soup

  • A star rating of 4.6 out of 5.27 ratings

    Looking for a healthy dish that's good for your wallet too? This sausage, mustard & apple hash costs less than £1 per serving and is perfect for a family

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.31 ratings

    A simple, budget pasta dish with a touch of chilli, squeeze of lemon and fresh basil. Add a drizzle of oil and sprinkling of feta cheese to serve

  • Lemon pepper steaks with hazelnut salsa verde

    A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.7 ratings

    This lemon pepper steak recipe is a real treat for two and won't break the bank. Serve with seasonal celeriac chips and crunchy toasted hazelnuts

  • A star rating of 4.8 out of 5.22 ratings

    This budget-friendly, midweek meal is simple, satisfying and made in one pan. Less washing up, more flavour!

  • Very simple Margherita pizza

    A star rating of 4.7 out of 5.39 ratings

    You can't beat piping hot cheese and tomato on a thin, crispy pizza base - this version is ready in just 35 minutes

  • Soba noodles with wasabi garlic prawns

    A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.5 ratings

    This budget soba noodle recipe also works well with shredded cooked chicken or chunks of firm tofu if you want to go for the vegetarian option

  • Easy tomato pasta

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.82 ratings

    Make this simple tomato and cheese pasta dish for a delicious, filling and budget-friendly supper. It is a great way to use up storecupboard ingredients

  • Red lentil soup

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.111 ratings

    This warming and budget-friendly vegetarian soup is perfect packed in a flask for lunch. It's also easy to double the quantities and freeze half for later

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.103 ratings

    Combine lean chicken with super-healthy broccoli, ginger and garlic for a quick and cheap, weeknight dinner

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