Valentine’s Day is a time to show your love and appreciation for your significant other.
While chocolates and flowers are classic gifts, why not show your love in a more meaningful way by cooking a healthy and delicious meal together? In this post, I’ve gathered 5 healthy Valentine’s Day recipes that are easy to make and will surely impress your loved one.
Heart-Shaped Vegetable and Goat Cheese Frittata
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Eggs | 6 |
Milk | ¼ cup |
Salt | ¼ tsp |
Pepper | ¼ tsp |
Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
Onions | ¼ cup, diced |
Bell peppers | ¼ cup, diced |
Spinach | 1 cup, chopped |
Tomatoes | ¼ cup, diced |
Goat cheese | ¼ cup, crumbled |
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a 9-inch oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add onions, bell peppers, and spinach and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
- Pour the egg mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and sprinkle the diced tomatoes and crumbled goat cheese on top.
- Using a cookie cutter or a sharp knife, shape the frittata into a heart shape.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the frittata is set and golden brown on top.
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then serve hot.
Strawberry and Arugula Salad with Balsamic Glaze
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Arugula | 4 cups |
Strawberries | 1 cup, hulled and sliced |
Walnuts | ¼ cup, chopped |
Feta cheese | ¼ cup, crumbled |
Balsamic vinegar | ½ cup |
Honey | 2 tbsp |
Instructions:
- In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, sliced strawberries, chopped walnuts, and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a small saucepan, heat the balsamic vinegar and honey over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture has reduced and thickened, about 10 minutes.
- Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this light and healthy Valentine’s Day treat with your loved one.
Grilled Salmon with Sweet Potato and Asparagus
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Salmon fillets | 4, 6 oz each |
Salt | 1 tsp |
Pepper | 1 tsp |
Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
Sweet potato | 2, medium-sized, sliced into rounds |
Asparagus | 1 bunch, trimmed |
Lemon juice | 2 tbsp |
Instructions:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Brush with 1 tbsp of olive oil.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato slices and asparagus with the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets, sweet potato slices, and asparagus on the grill. Cook until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily, about 8-10 minutes. Flip the vegetables occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- Remove the salmon and vegetables from the grill and place on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the lemon juice over the salmon and vegetables.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this healthy and delicious Valentine’s Day dinner with your loved one.
Red Wine and Dark Chocolate Fondue
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Dark chocolate | 12 oz, chopped |
Red wine | 1 cup |
Heavy cream | 1/2 cup |
Cornstarch | 1 tbsp |
Sugar | 2 tbsp |
Vanilla extract | 1 tsp |
Instructions:
- In a medium saucepan, heat the red wine and heavy cream over medium heat until simmering.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and sugar. Gradually add the mixture to the saucepan, whisking constantly until well combined.
- Continue to cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it has thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the chopped dark chocolate. Stir until the chocolate has melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the fondue into a heatproof serving dish and place on a warming stand.
- Serve with fresh fruit, cakes, cookies, or any other dippers of your choice.
Avocado Shrimp Toast
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Whole grain bread | 4 slices |
Avocado | 2, ripe, pitted and mashed |
Lemon juice | 1 tsp |
Salt | 1/4 tsp |
Pepper | 1/4 tsp |
Shrimp | 1 lb, cooked and peeled |
Red pepper flakes | 1 tsp |
Olive oil | 1 tbsp |
Instructions:
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, combine the mashed avocado, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture over the toasted bread slices.
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the cooked shrimp, red pepper flakes, and olive oil.
- Spoon the shrimp mixture over the avocado spread on the toast.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this delicious and healthy Valentine’s Day breakfast or lunch with your loved one.
Note: You can also add fresh herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, for extra flavor.
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