There are plenty of ways to create a healthy Valentine's Day for you and your loved ones.
Don't stress about unhealthy Valentine's traditions this year.
If you receive an overabundance of candy, chocolate, and other sweet treats, don't feel obligated to eat them or even keep them in the house.
Make your and your family's health a top priority!
Do your best to stay on track with your diet and exercise, but don't get discouraged if you slip up on Valentine's Day.
Simply get back on track on February 15.
But if you need help avoiding temptations, put down the chocolates and learn how to have a healthy Valentine's Day with the following recipes, gifts, and activities!
Planning on indulging in a little bit of the bubbly? Here's what you need to know about alcohol and weight loss.
Healthy Valentine's Day Recipes
Instead of traditional Valentine's Day sweet treats, consider these healthier alternatives instead!
They taste just as delicious, but you don't have to feel guilty about eating them.
Frozen Yogurt Berry Bites
If you're looking for a simple, healthy Valentine's Day treat that's quick and easy, consider making frozen yogurt berry bites for your spouse and kids!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces of Greek yogurt
- 1 cup of berries (blueberries, raspberries, etc.)
Instructions
- Combine the berries and yogurt in a small bowl.
- Place the mixture in lined mini muffin tins.
- Freeze it for three hours or until the pops freeze.
- Serve and enjoy!
- Store the bites in an airtight container in the freezer.
Servings: 8
Cafe Mocha Protein Shake
Make this healthy Valentine's Day cafe mocha protein shake for breakfast for your spouse, or drink it as a mid-morning pick-me-up!
Ingredients
- 1/2 scoop of chocolate protein powder
- 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
- 6 ounces of unsweetened almond milk
- 6 ounces of cold-brewed coffee
- 1 cup of ice
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth.
- Add extra ice or milk as needed if the mixture is too thick.
- Serve and enjoy!
Servings: 1
Healthy Banana Split
Skip the ice cream to make this healthy Valentine's Day banana split instead!
Ingredients
- 2 cups of Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup of heart-shaped strawberries
- 1 banana, sliced
- 1/4 cup of fresh cherries
- Dark chocolate shavings (optional)
- Slivered almonds (optional)
Instructions
- Divide the yogurt between two dishes.
- Add the bananas, strawberries, and cherries.
- Top with almonds and dark chocolate if you'd like, and enjoy!
Servings: 2
Chocolate Protein Pancakes
Get up early this Valentine's Day to create protein-rich, flavorful, chocolate-protein pancakes!
You'll feel full all morning long while keeping your metabolism high.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 bananas
- 3/4 cup of oats
- 3 tablespoons of chocolate protein powder
- 3 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Place the bananas, eggs, and oats in a blender. Blend on low speed for 15-30 seconds until the bananas are fully mashed and the oats are ground.
- Add cocoa powder, protein powder, and cinnamon. Blend the mixture at low speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth.
- Preheat a skillet to medium heat and spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place 1/3 cup portions of batter onto your skillet and cook until bubbles form (about 5 minutes).
- Flip the pancakes over and cook them for about 2 more minutes.
- Serve with fresh banana slices if you'd like, and enjoy!
Servings: 8
Healthy Chocolate Protein Pudding
Rather than candy, chocolate, or traditional chocolate pudding for Valentine's Day this year, try chocolate protein pudding instead!
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup of almond milk or water
- 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons of chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon of dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients (except chocolate chips) in a blender. Make sure to add the liquid first.
- Blend the mixture for about 30 seconds.
- Let the pudding chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour, and top it with dark chocolate (optional).
- Serve and enjoy!
Servings: 1
Homemade Protein Bars
Protein bars (as long as you choose bars without added sugar) are nutritious and often taste just as delicious as traditional sweet treats!
Consider making your own homemade protein bars for yourself, your spouse, and your kids this Valentine's Day!
Nutritious Protein Brownies
If you love chocolate and are searching for a simple, healthy alternative to traditional brownies, consider the following healthy protein brownie recipe this Valentine's Day!
Ingredients
- 6 bananas or 2 cups of pumpkin
- 1 cup of almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
- 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder
- 1 cup of dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven the 180C/350 degrees, grease a square pan with parchment paper, and set it aside.
- In a blender, food processor, or large mixing bowl, combine the bananas, cocoa powder, protein powder, and almond butter and blend/mix until smooth.
- Fold through chocolate chips if using them.
- Pour the mixture into the greased pan and bake for around 18-20 minutes or until cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and gently press down with your hands to create crinkly tops.
- Allow cooling before drizzling with chocolate and slicing.
Servings: 9
Heart-Shaped Omelets
If you're cooking breakfast for your spouse or significant other, consider making heart-shaped healthy omelets!
Combine all of your favorite ingredients together to form an omelet, and cut it into the shape of a heart when you're done!
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons of olive oil, divided
- 1/2 cup of sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup of baby kale or spinach
- 1/8 teaspoon of salt, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 teaspoon of pepper
- 1 tablespoon of crumbled feta
Instructions
- Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the mushrooms. Sauté them until golden brown (about 3 minutes).
- Add the kale and half of the salt. Stir the mixture for about 30 seconds.
- Place the mushroom mixture on a plate.
- Break the eggs into a bowl and beat them with a fork.
- Stir in the remaining salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 teaspoon of oil over medium heat.
- Add the eggs and stir them.
- After a few minutes, when the eggs are mostly cooked through, spread the mushroom mixture over half of the eggs and sprinkle with cheese.
- Fold the omelet in half over the filling.
- Cook through, cool the omelet on a plate, cut it into a heart shape for Valentine's Day, and enjoy!
Servings: 1
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Healthy Valentine's Day Gifts
Valentine's Day doesn't have to involve giving sweet treats to the ones you love.
Consider the following healthy Valentine's Day gift ideas instead!
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Healthy Meal Delivery Services
Home delivery meal services make the perfect healthy Valentine's Day gift for your loved one this year.
Examples of memberships to try include Freshly, Daily Harvest, Snap Kitchen, and many others.
Freshly made, nutritious meals or ingredients delivered to your doorstep can save you time and improve your family's eating habits.
Massages
The gift of massage can offer numerous health and wellness benefits for your spouse.
Examples include stress reduction, less depression and anxiety, enhanced healing, reduced chronic pain, and better overall health and wellness.
Consider giving your spouse a massage yourself or the gift of a couples massage for both of you this Valentine's Day!
Fitness Trackers
A Fitbit, Apple Watch, or other fitness trackers make healthy living easier for you and your loved ones.
These devices can track distance completed, calories burned, steps taken, and more.
They make excellent healthy Valentine's Day gifts for a health-conscious spouse.
Workout Gear
New workout gear can motivate your loved one to get or stay active.
Consider leggings, shorts, tanks, or even new running shoes in addition to a fitness tracker.
Jump ropes, medicine balls, dumbbell weights, kettlebells, or exercise bands are other excellent gift options.
Air Fryer
To crisp foods that taste as delicious as fried foods but without the extra carbs and calories associated with deep frying, consider an air fryer as a healthy Valentine's Day gift!
You can air fry vegetables, potatoes, popcorn, meats, and much more!
Healthy Valentine's Day Activities
If you'd rather give the gift of fun this Valentine's Day, consider the following ways to keep your body moving and spend much-needed time together as a family.
Outdoor Fun
In addition to traditional Valentine's Day gift-giving, consider planning fun outdoor activities as well!
Examples include hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, and even snowshoeing.
Commit to spending the day or weekend outside with your loved ones.
Staycation Weekends
Staycation weekends mean you don't have to travel far from home or even leave home at all!
If you don't want to invest a lot of time or money traveling for vacation, consider a staycation to keep your body moving, reduce stress, and spend quality time with loved ones this Valentine's Day.
Yoga
Give the gift of yoga on Valentine's Day this year! Consider in-person yoga class memberships for you and your spouse, or sign up for online yoga classes.
Yoga can reduce stress, relieve depression and anxiety, and improve balance, flexibility, and strength.
Gym Membership or Classes
Purchase a gym membership or individual classes as a healthy Valentine's Day gift for yourself and your loved ones.
Doing so can help you get or stay motivated for regular workouts.
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