Winter evenings call for simple, satisfying dinners that come together quickly—without sacrificing flavor. Here are a few of our go-to easy weeknight dinner ideas & recipes to keep you warm and well-fed.

Cozy Pasta Plates
Layer your favorite pasta, marinara, and cheese (or use dairy-free alternatives) for a quick oven-baked comfort meal.
- Spinach and Ricotta Lasagna
- Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta
- Mushroom Alfredo Pasta
- Classic Tomato Cream Sauce Pasta
Hearty Soup & Crusty Bread
Pair a simple tomato or lentil soup with warm, yeast-free bread or homemade focaccia. Sometimes the best soups are thrown together with any ingredients you have on hand.
- Chili con Carne
- Coconut Lentil Curry
- Minestrone
- Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup Recipe
- Sauerkraut Soup with Kielbasan Bacon, and Dill
✨ Bonus Baking Tip: Need fresh bread for your soups but you’re intimidated by bread baking? Try my No-Knead Bread recipe—it’s as simple as it gets! All you need to do is plan ahead.
Breakfast for Dinner
Whip up veggie-loaded frittatas or savory crepes filled with cheese and mushrooms—perfect for a midweek treat.
- Crepe Recipe
- Ham & Cheese Quiche
- Root Veggie Waffles (top with a runny egg for a complete meal!)
- Veggie Frittata (5 variations) recipes from Love & Lemons
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Full of Veggies
Looking to get your greens in? Try a warm grain bowl with roasted winter veggies, quinoa, and a drizzle of tahini dressing. Or toss together a quick stir-fry using whatever vegetables you have on hand—add tofu or chicken for extra protein!
Here are our some of our favorite vegetarian recipes:
- Roasted Squash Salad with Pecans & Homemade Vinaigrette
- Tabbouleh Salad
- Spinach and Feta Quinoa Patties
- Falafel
🥔 Loaded Baked Sweet Potatoes: Top baked potatoes with your favorite mix of roasted veggies, shredded cheese, or chili for a satisfying one-dish dinner. Here’s our favorite healthier variation: Quinoa Stuffed Sweet Potatoes with Feta & Cranberries
What’s your favorite winter weeknight dinner? Let me know in the comments below!
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