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title: Valentine’s Day Recipes Good for the Heart
description: This Valentine's Day, take care of your heart with healthy heart recipes. With recipes good for the heart, you can stay heart healthy and healthy in general.
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# [Valentine’s Day Recipes Good for the Heart](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/blog/valentines-day-recipes-good-for-the-heart)

 Written by [Collington Care Consultant](https://blog.collington.kendal.org/blog/author/collington-care-consultant) | Feb 12, 2018 2:02:00 PM

 

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with recipes good for your heart? Share the love with not only your loved ones, but yourself as well. Be good to your heart, and avoid all the sugary sweets this Valentine’s Day. Here are some healthy recipes for your Valentine’s Day this year, from the appetizer to the dessert:

- **Appetizer**

[Avocado Pesto Dip](https://recipes.heart.org/recipes/2128/velvety-avocado-pesto-dip)

- **Salad**

[Strawberry Jicama Cucumber Salad](https://recipes.heart.org/recipes/1178/strawberry-jicama-cucumber-salad)

- **Soup**

[Chickpea and Red Pepper Soup with Quinoa](http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a36377/chickpea-red-pepper-soup-quinoa-recipe-wdy0214/)

- **Main Course**

[Roasted Salmon, Green Beans, and Tomatoes ](http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a22165/roasted-salmon-green-beans-tomatoes-recipe-wdy1013/)

- **Dessert**

[Avocado-Dark Chocolate Glazed Doughnuts](https://recipes.heart.org/recipes/2126/avocado-dark-chocolate-glazed-doughnuts)

 

There you have it- A healthy menu for you and the one you love this Valentine’s Day. Don’t feel guilty this Valentine’s Day with the never-ending sugar-loaded treats. Self-love is a part of this holiday, too, so stay true to your heart!

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