25 Healthy and Romantic Recipes For Your Valentine

What’s that you say?  Food that is healthy AND romantic?  How can that be!!??   I have teamed up with 5 other healthy food bloggers to offer recipes that will let you prepare a romantic dinner while ensuring that you’re getting the nutrition you need.   Trust me, eating well on the most decadent day of the year is possible and the best part is, you’re guilt-free!

I know you will love the beautiful selection of dishes that we have gathered together for you.  There are choices for everything from breakfast to dessert and you don’t even have to tell your partner they are healthy!  It can be our secret.  Cheers to a delicious Valentine’s Day!

What are you planning for your loved one?

Strawberry Shortcake Protein Pancakes | Vitamin Sunshine

Delicious and moist high-protein strawberry pancakes, topped with more strawberries and whipped cream! A healthy and beautiful breakfast treat.

Healthy Colorful Breakfast Wrap | Omnivore’s Cookbook

A colorful dish that contains avocado, egg, shrimp and tomato. Pair it with a glass of sparkling wine and enjoy a relaxing brunch.

Banana Marble Muffins | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Alternating layers of banana and chocolate come together in these luscious banana marble muffins.

Grilled Banana Nutella Sandwich  | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

This grilled banana nutella sandwich is crunchy on the outside and heavenly on the inside. You’re only 5 ingredients away from an indulgent treat.

Strawberry Avocado Toast with Dark Chocolate Drizzle | Healthy Recipe Ecstasy

Strawberries, chocolate and avocado combine for a unique, decadent but healthy snack.

Leek and Wild Mushroom Flatbread with Truffle Oil | Healthy Recipe Ecstasy

Truffle oil and wild mushrooms turn this flatbread into a luxurious lunch dish.

Mini Shrimp Guacamole Sandwich | Omnivore’s Cookbook

The shrimp is grilled until crispy. Its sweet aroma and the fragrance of rice wine goes perfectly with the creamy guacamole, warm or cold. The mini burger buns make this delicious combo even fancier!

Coconut Bulgur and Butternut Squash Bowl | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

A hearty vegan bulgur bowl filled with juicy butternut squash pieces, wilted spinach, and toasted coconut. This bright, versatile dish is great for lunch, dinner, or gatherings!

Asparagus and Ricotta Crostini | Simply Fresh Dinners

While your entree is cooking, snack on a quick, easy, light appetizer with a glass of wine.

Macaroni & Cheese Prosciutto Bites | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Macaroni and cheese baked into prosciutto make the best appetizers for parties. The perfect finger food!

 Raspberry and Golden Beet Kale Salad | Vitamin Sunshine

A stunning blend of superfoods sure to impress (and nourish) your Valentine.

Laksa | Simply Fresh Dinners

Simple, hearty and delicious.  You’ll impress your partner with your culinary skills when you present this exotic meal.

Thai Coconut Soup with Fish Ball | Omnivore’s Cookbook

This silky coconut soup has a hint of sweet and sour flavor. The curry paste and fish sauce infuse a savory umami to the soup, which goes great with the mushrooms and fish balls. A sip of the hot soup makes you feel warmth and love.

Roasted Vegetables with Balsamic Glaze | Omnivore’s Cookbook

This roasted vegetable dish is an edible rainbow. It has beautiful colors that will brighten your mood. Use a bit of truffle infused balsamic glaze to make the dish special.

Roasted Orange Rainbow Salad with Asian Orange Vinaigrette | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Roasted orange adds malty sweetness to any salad. Toss it with some vegetables, and you’ll have a bright and beautiful starter!

Chicken Apple Sage Meatloaf | Vitamin Sunshine

Forget the ketchup and breadcrumbs. This meatloaf is lean, thanks to the chicken breasts, and elegant, thanks to the fried sage and delicious mustard-apple glaze.

Mediterranean Salmon | Simply Fresh Dinners

Keep it healthy and romantic without breaking the bank.  This restaurant quality meal is a winner every time.

African Chicken | Omnivore’s Cookbook

An exotic dish with comforting and familiar flavors to spice up your date. The chicken is baked to a beautiful char, then braised in a sweet, savory sauce of peanut, coconut, and peppers. With a single bite, you can feel the juice come out of the tender meat as your mouth is overwhelmed by the sweet and spicy aroma and vibrant nutty flavor.

Perfect Steak and Roasted Brussels Sprouts | Omnivore’s Cookbook

A classic dish with tips on how to cook a perfect medium rare steak without a thermometer. A simple and luxurious dish for the perfect night.

Strawberry Pasta | Healthy Recipe Ecstasy

Nothing says romance like strawberries and this spaghetti says it all. The strawberries add just a touch of sweetness to a simple dish.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Greek Yogurt Tiramisu | Vitamin Sunshine

Layers of kahlua soaked lady fingers, sweet strawberries, shaved dark chocolate, and a ultra-creamy blend of mascarpone cheese and greek yogurt make up this special occasion treat. Gluten free, grain free, and naturally sweetened. Prefer a fruit-free dessert? Try a Mexican Chocolate Tiramisu variation

Chocolate Lava Cake | Healthy Recipe Ecstasy

Nothing’s more decadent for a romantic evening than a lava cake that oozes hot gooey chocolate.

Pear Cookie Crisps | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

Crispy ginger oatmeal flax cookies topped with ripe bartlett pears, cranberries, and pecans. Drizzle a bit of caramel on top for some extra pizazz!

Hazelnut Hot Cocoa | Vitamin Sunshine

A vegan hot cocoa with made with luxurious hazelnut milk!

Bubble Milk Tea | Omnivore’s Cookbook

Freshly brewed black tea is mixed with milk and honey. The sweet little tapioca pearls make it a rich and fulfilling drink.

Coconut Kahlua Hot Chocolate | Healthy Nibbles and Bits

A hot chocolate with a bit of character.  This coconut Kahlúa hot chocolate is a great way to stay warm during the winter!