Valentine's Day Menu: The Best Recipes

From salmon rolls to heart-shaped coconut bonbons, Valentine's Day is also celebrated at the table.

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VALENTINE'S DAY RECIPES

Valentine 's Day , the celebration of lovers, is approaching, and this year, do you want to surprise your loved one with a romantic dinner at home? Here are many delicious recipes, from appetizers to dessert, for a truly special moment.

VALENTINE'S DAY MENU

And for a perfect candlelit dinner , don't forget that the perfect shade to choose for your table decor is undoubtedly red, the color symbolizing love. A beautiful vase of colorful flowers is a must.

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SIMPLE VALENTINE'S DAY RECIPES

Here is a collection of delicious Valentine's Day recipes to surprise your loved ones :

VALENTINE'S DAY APPETIZER RECIPES

From seafood to vegan chickpea hummus canapés, here are some delicious ideas for Valentine's Day dinner appetizers:

CANAPÈ RECIPE WITH CHICKPEA HUMMUS

A perfect appetizer if you use a heart-shaped mold to start a romantic dinner. Decorate them with a few flower petals and they'll be truly delicious.

SALMON ROLLS RECIPE

How about some tasty salmon rolls filled with cream cheese and arugula? Serve them with an octopus salad.

POTATO FRITTERS RECIPE

It's impossible to resist potato pancakes: one leads to another. And don't miss all our potato recipes.

SPINACH MEATBALLS RECIPE

They're quick to prepare and a real delight served with mayonnaise or homemade chili sauce .

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VALENTINE'S DAY FIRST COURSE RECIPES

From delicious lasagna rolls to spaghetti cacio e pepe, for those who want to celebrate with traditional recipes, here's a collection of first courses, all worth trying!

LASAGNE ROLLS RECIPE

A first course that seems tailor-made for Valentine's Day! You could shape the rolls into hearts by pushing a portion of the roll toward the center with a toothpick. Or you could use a filling containing beets to give the whole thing a red hue. A simple, eye-catching, and vegan dish. And for pumpkin lovers, here's a recipe not to be missed.

SPAGHETTI CACIO E PEPE RECIPE

A traditional Roman dish with a bold flavor and simple to prepare.

RISOTTO RECIPE WITH DRIED TOMATOES

A refined and delicious first course with sun-dried tomatoes, arugula, and olives: a true delicacy. Alternatively, don't miss the recipe for pear and walnut risotto .

GNOCCHI WITH MUSHROOMS RECIPE

Ideal with champignon or porcini mushrooms, it is a truly delicious, nutritious and healthy dish.

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VALENTINE'S DAY SECOND COURSE RECIPES

Have you ever tried beetroot burgers? Or eggless cauliflower fritters ? Here are our suggestions for main courses for Valentine's Day dinner.

BEET ROP BURGER RECIPE

The red turnips will give your burgers a vibrant color and a rich, delicate flavor. The horseradish sauce will make the dish exotic and appropriately spicy.

SAVOURY MUFFIN RECIPE

Prepared with vegetables and cheeses, savoury muffins are a second course in perfect “don't waste” style: in fact, they allow you to use up leftover vegetables and cheeses in the fridge.

ARTICHOKE OMELETTE RECIPE

With a delicate and light flavor because it's baked in the oven, the artichoke frittata is a healthy, nutritious, and tasty second course.

STUFFED ARTICHOKES RECIPE

And what do you think of these delicious stuffed artichokes? A truly tasty, vegetarian and eco-friendly recipe. Plus, artichokes are packed with health benefits.

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VALENTINE'S DAY SIDE DISH RECIPES

Salads, duchess potatoes, zucchini carpaccio: here are some ideas for side dishes you can make at home to accompany your Valentine's Day main courses.

CABBAGE SALAD RECIPE

This salad is a very rich and tasty side dish: you can add some radishes to the recipe to give that touch of red typically associated with Valentine's Day.

ZUCCHINI CARPACCIO RECIPE

Garnished with parmesan shavings, this zucchini carpaccio is quick to prepare and is a perfect light recipe for staying fit and healthy.

DUCHESS POTATO RECIPE

Tasty and truly delicious, Duchess potatoes are perfect for Valentine's Day dinner and are also simple to prepare.

ZUCCHINI CHIPS RECIPE

And what about zucchini chips? And potato chips ? And don't forget that there are also polenta chips : each recipe is more delicious than the last, the choice is yours!

VALENTINE'S DAY SWEET RECIPES

And like any dinner, Valentine's Day can only end with a themed and flavorful dessert (or even more than one), such as a delicious heart-shaped mud cake or a selection of shortcrust pastry hearts to enjoy with a delicious hot chocolate. Here's a selection of delicious ideas:

COCONUT BON BON RECIPE

Super easy to make and no-bake, these coconut bonbons are the perfect way to end your Valentine's Day dinner with a delicious twist.

HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE RECIPE

Making chocolates at home is easy with our recipe. If you have a heart-shaped freezer mold, you can make these delicious treats to give to your sweetheart. Alternatively, here's the recipe for chocolate fudge.

RED WINE CHOCOLATE CAKE RECIPE

A truly unique and unusual dessert, with an aftertaste reminiscent of mulled wine and enriched by the sweetness of cocoa.

MARGHERITA CAKE RECIPE

A classic yet truly delicious dessert, best enjoyed plain or filled with plenty of hazelnut cream or homemade jam.

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