Meal-for-one recipes (2024)

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  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.3 ratings

    Try our spin on dan dan noodles – a street-food classic from the Sichuan province in China – for a vegan dinner packed with aubergine and rich, nutty sesame

  • Super steak with cheat’s béarnaise

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.7 ratings

    The ideal solo supper – quick, easy, succulent and with a clever simple sauce

  • Smoky bacon pot noodle for one

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.46 ratings

    Who needs ready-made instant noodles when you can whip up your own low-fat, high flavour version in under 10 mins?

  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.32 ratings

    Rustle up this prawn and cauliflower stir fry in just 25 minutes. You can easily make it vegan if preferred – simply omit the prawns and double up on the veg

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.23 ratings

    Eating on your own needn't mean beans on toast, as this 20-minute supper proves

  • Christmas dinner for one

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.6 ratings

    Cook a complete Christmas dinner to enjoy yourself, including a stuffed chicken joint, rich sauces, roast veg and pigs in blankets. You'll also have leftovers for a Boxing Day sandwich

  • Summer risotto

    A star rating of 4.2 out of 5.23 ratings

    A deliciously creamy summer risotto packed full of veg and seasonal flavours. Not too rich, this is the ideal summer main course

  • A star rating of 4 out of 5.23 ratings

    Perfect for when you're eating solo

  • Anytime eggs

    A star rating of 4.1 out of 5.26 ratings

    Fantastic one-pan egg dish, why not use whatever you have in the fridge to make it your own?

  • A star rating of 4.1 out of 5.34 ratings

    Enjoy our sweet and sour tofu for one. With pineapple, red pepper, onion and Chinese flavourings, it’s vegan and healthy, delivering three of your 5-a-day

  • Pancakes for one

    A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.146 ratings

    Treat yourself to fluffy American-style pancakes with this simple recipe for one person. Drizzle over maple syrup and serve with berries, if you like

  • Veggie Christmas dinner for one

    A star rating of 0 out of 5.0 ratings

    Treat yourself to a special vegetarian dinner centred around a cheesy, nutty filo bake with all the trimmings. It's a lovely dinner for one at Christmas

  • Salmon rarebit

    A star rating of 3.7 out of 5.9 ratings

    Working from home? Boost flagging energy levels with salmon rarebit - a high-energy lunch for one

  • A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.5 ratings

    Treat yourself (or someone special) to this spicy ancho chilli steak and chimichurri buttered sweetcorn. Make it a meal with chips and peas or beans, if you like

  • Mushroom carbonara

    A star rating of 2.8 out of 5.8 ratings

    Rustle up this healthy veggie carbonara with chestnut and baby button mushrooms in 30 minutes. It uses a one-pan method of cooking to save on washing-up

  • A star rating of 4.5 out of 5.7 ratings

    Simple and ready in just 10 minutes

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.22 ratings

    A quick risotto easily made into a vegetarian dish by leaving out the bacon and adding two or three large, grilled mushrooms

  • A star rating of 4.3 out of 5.50 ratings

    This quick meal for one is the perfect way to warm up an evening

  • Aubergine with spicy apricot tabbouleh

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.3 ratings

    This aubergine parcel looks very dramatic, but is dead easy

  • Tangy trout with a simple garden salad

    A star rating of 4 out of 5.6 ratings

    This tasty and versatile fish gets a lemony makeover and makes a great treat for one

  • Veggie-loaded flatbread

    A star rating of 4.4 out of 5.18 ratings

    Top a shop-bought flatbread with chickpeas, tomatoes, feta, olives and tahini for a pizza-inspired lunch or dinner. Make it vegan by swapping the feta for extra veggies

  • Christmas dinner pie with roasted veg

    A star rating of 5 out of 5.1 rating

    Cook a special Christmas Day meal for one with this pie. It's filled with chicken, sausage and cranberry sauce, and is an easy way to enjoy festive flavours without making a huge dinner

  • Lemony tuna pitta pockets

    A star rating of 3.6 out of 5.5 ratings

    These simple and tasty stuffed pitta breads are great for a quick lunchtime snack

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FAQs

How many meals do you take in a day answer? ›

The Theory: Nutrition experts tend to recommend eating 3 balanced meals (350 to 600 calories each) and 1 to 3 snacks per day (between 150 and 200 calories each). The calories for each meal and snack depend on a variety of factors including, height, weight, age, gender and activity level.

What to eat for one person? ›

Keep scrolling for a bunch of solo dinner ideas that you'll actually get excited to make.
  • Broccoli and Bacon Loaded Sweet Potato. ...
  • Sausage and Tomato Sauce Pasta. ...
  • Old-Fashioned Jacket Potato. ...
  • Egg, Avocado, and Tomato Toast. ...
  • Mug Baked Rigatoni. ...
  • Turkey Chili for One. ...
  • Microwave Hot and Sour Soup. ...
  • Orange-Maple Glazed Salmon.
Mar 14, 2023

What to cook for dinner when alone? ›

  1. Tempeh Quesadilla. Rated 5 out of 5. ...
  2. Collard Greens & White Bean Soup. Rated 4 out of 5. ...
  3. Spicy Baja-Style Shrimp Tacos. Rated 3 out of 5. ...
  4. Quick Tandoori Chicken. Rated 4 out of 5. ...
  5. Quick Tomato Sauce. Rated 4 out of 5. ...
  6. Ricotta Mini-Pizzas With Kale Pesto. Rated 5 out of 5. ...
  7. Mushroom & Egg Toast. Rated 4 out of 5. ...
  8. Black Bean Chili.

What is the single best food to eat? ›

12 Of The Most Nutrient-Dense Foods You Can Eat
  • Salmon.
  • Sardines.
  • Kale.
  • Seaweed.
  • Garlic.
  • Shellfish.
  • Potatoes.
  • Liver.
Jul 6, 2023

What food is good for singles? ›

11 simple meals for singles
  • Wholemeal bread or jacket potatoes filled with chicken, lean beef, canned fish, boiled egg, hummus or cheese and salad.
  • Wholemeal toast topped with baked beans, canned mackerel in tomato sauce, canned sardines, melted cheese or scrambled or poached eggs.
Feb 1, 2023

Does my food bag do meals for one person? ›

Generally our bags are designed to serve 1, 2 or 4 people, but we all have different nutritional requirements and the amount of people a bag serves can change depending on who's eating! We find some families will make this stretch to feed more, whilst others less (if there are hungry teenagers around!).

What is a one dish meal? ›

One-dish literally means just one pot. And one cooking dish means very little clean up during and after the meal. Saving time on clean up frees even more time to spend as you wish.

How to cook food for 1 person? ›

12 tips that make cooking for one person a breeze
  1. Keep staple items on hand. Buy cooking basics in bulk and store them in air-tight containers. ...
  2. Buy individual pieces of produce. ...
  3. Learn how to scale down recipes for one person. ...
  4. Get creative with seasonings. ...
  5. Freeze extra ingredients and leftover meals.
Sep 19, 2018

How do you enjoy a solo dinner? ›

Tips To Enjoy Eating Alone:
  1. People Watch. This is the ultimate time to people watch. ...
  2. Journal. This is prime time for you to catch up on your travel journal. ...
  3. Finish That Book. ...
  4. Catch Up With Friends & Family. ...
  5. Sit At The Bar. ...
  6. TREAT YO' SELF. ...
  7. Savor the moment. ...
  8. Dress the Part.

How to eat healthy for one person? ›

Aim for three meals a day, and try to hit general nutrition targets.
  1. Fill ¼ of the plate with protein (chicken, fish, legumes, eggs, or cheese).
  2. Fill ¼ of the plate with whole grains (wild rice, quinoa, whole-wheat pasta).
  3. Fill ½ the plate with vegetables (go for variety and color — kale, squash, carrots, broccoli).
Dec 2, 2015

What shall I have for dinner tonight? ›

33 Easy Dinner Ideas For When You're Not Sure What To Make
  • Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast. tasty.co. ...
  • Honey Soy-Glazed Salmon. tasty.co. ...
  • The Best Ever Slow Cooker Pot Roast. tasty.co. ...
  • Chicken & Biscuit Bake. ...
  • One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta. ...
  • Oven-Baked French Bread Pizzas. ...
  • Upgraded Ramen. ...
  • Easiest One-Pot Beef with Broccoli.
May 16, 2024

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