20 Healthy Valentine's Day Recipes | Healthy Family Project (2024)

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What are the heart healthy foods for Valentine's Day? ›

Be food-conscious.

Consider making a healthy meal for Valentine's Day. Serve food lower in salt and fat content, provide more fruits and vegetables, and make less sugary sweets for an overall healthy Valentine's Day.

Think outside the chocolate box – how about adorable heart-shaped crayons for your little Picasso, or a storybook about love and friendship? If you want to go the extra mile, create a mini 'love coupon' book filled with promises like an extra bedtime story or a trip to their favorite park.

Also consider using fruits that are pink or purple to add a bright Valentine's Day-themed pop of color, such as watermelon, grapes, or raspberries. Mix the fruit pieces together, then serve in small, clear cups (you could even decorate these with stickers or glitter).

Quality Time with Loved Ones

Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to reconnect with friends and family, fostering relationships that nourish your mental health. Engaging in shared activities or simply having meaningful conversations can deepen connections and provide mutual support.

Fully embrace the holiday by dressing in typical Valentine's Day colors, such as shades of pink or red. Try a classic, fancier look with a long crimson gown, or have fun with a low-key hot pink sweater and jeans. Craft a monochromatic outfit, like head-to-toe blush tones, for an on-trend Valentine's Day look.

How do I spoil him on Valentine's Day? ›

Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits associated with Valentine's Day. There are several reasons why this fruit has become such a staple of the holiday of love. Firstly, the red color and heart-shaped form of strawberries make them a natural choice for Valentine's Day.

A good-quality steak with a potato side is a timeless choice, but couples craving a lighter romantic meal may go for fish like sea bass or salmon. And naturally, there are plenty of vegetarian and vegan picks for Valentine's Day. Italian dishes, like pasta, are also a classic Valentine's Day choice.

In fact, celebrating Valentine's Day with your children can be a wonderful opportunity to teach them about the importance of love and affection in relationships.

Yes, giving your child a Valentine's Day card or treat is a lovely thing to do. Those who include their children in Valentine's Day tend to go all out on presents and special meals and messages of caring and kindness. "We have little presents and special dinner," says Stephanie M. "My little boy calls it Love Day."