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    Valentine's Day Meal Ideas

    Published: Feb 11, 2025 by Ayla Clulee · This post may contain affiliate links.

    If you want to make your sweetheart feel extra special, this collection of Valentine’s Day meal ideas is perfect for you! With a little planning and a few simple ingredients, you can put together a meal that feels just as fun and meaningful as a romantic night out. From cozy comfort foods to impressive homemade favorites and easy desserts, there’s plenty to choose from, no matter how fancy (or simple) you want to keep it.

    Marry Me Chicken

    marry me chicken dish served on a white plate, garnished with basil leaves
    Ayla Clulee

    If you're looking for a crowd-pleasing chicken dish to impress, Marry Me Chicken is your answer. Imagine perfectly seared tender chicken pieces swirled in a rich, creamy sauce, flavored with sun-dried tomatoes and Italian herbs.

    With ingredients that are likely already in your pantry, and just 30 minutes of your time, you can create a meal that's fit for any day of the week or a special occasion.

    To learn more: Marry Me Chicken Recipe

    Individual Salmon en Croute

    Individual salmon en croute served with sweet potato fries and steamed greens
    Ayla Clulee

    Individual Salmon en Croute (or Salmon Wellington) is a classic French gourmet dish made with fresh salmon, spinach, and cream cheese wrapped in buttery and flaky puff pastry. 

    Ready in just 40 minutes, this delicious salmon dish will be a favorite that you will want to make again and again!

    To learn more: Individual Salmon en Croute

    Creamy Prawn Pasta

    creamy prawn pasta recipe
    Ayla Clulee

    This fuss-free yet flavorsome Creamy Shrimp (or Prawn) Pasta dish is the perfect combination of juicy shrimp with garlic, chili, and butter. 

    It is very easy to prepare which makes it perfect for a quick weekday meal or even a romantic dinner for two.

    To learn more: Creamy Shrimp Pasta

    Aubergine Meatball Wraps

    islim kebabı aubergine kebab
    Ayla Clulee

    Aubergine Meatball Wraps (Islim Kebabi or Kurdan Kebabi) are one of those traditional Turkish dishes mainly known and loved by regular households in Turkey. It is comprised of an amazing combination of thinly sliced fried aubergines, juicy meatballs, and tomato sauce.

    To learn more: Aubergine Meatball Wraps - Islim Kebab

    Swedish Meatball Pasta

    boiled pasta is added to creamy meatball sauce
    Ayla Clulee

    This delicious Spicy And Creamy Swedish Meatball Pasta is a perfect weekday meal made with juicy homemade meatballs cooked in a creamy white wine sauce. 

    It is very easy to make, and full of flavor. You can prepare it in advance for a lazy Sunday lunch or a delicious dinner that would please everyone.

    To learn more: Spicy And Creamy Swedish Meatball Pasta

    Cheesy Baked Prawns

    baked shrimp served with salad and crusty bread
    Ayla Clulee

    Cheesy Baked Prawns (Karides Guvec) is a delicious Turkish dish usually served as an appetizer or a hot meze in seafood restaurants. 

    It is made of fresh plump prawns cooked in a garlicky tomato & mushroom sauce and then topped with cheese.

    To learn more: Cheesy Baked Shrimp (Karides Guvec)

    Creamy Prawn Risotto

    creamy shrimp paste made with peas and garnished with parsley
    Ayla Clulee

    Creamy Shrimp (or Prawn) Risotto With Peas is a delightful, hearty, and comforting dish made with juicy shrimp, arborio rice, and homemade stock.

    Ready in only 30 minutes, this restaurant-quality risotto is perfect for a weeknight meal as well as a romantic date night!

    To learn more: Creamy Shrimp Risotto with Peas

    Potatoes au Gratin

    Ayla Clulee

    Dauphinoise Potatoes, also referred to as Potatoes au Gratin, are a classic French dish consisting of thinly sliced potatoes cooked in cream and topped with nutty Gruyère cheese. They are luxuriously rich, wonderfully tender, and incredibly delicious.

    To learn more: Potatoes au Gratin - Dauphinoise Potatoes

    Prawn Cocktail

    prawn cocktail with avocado served in a glass
    Ayla Clulee

    Prawn cocktail, or shrimp cocktail as it’s often called, is a retro classic that never goes out of style. It’s all about simplicity: chilled, juicy prawns served with a creamy, tangy cocktail sauce, usually on a bed of crisp lettuce, with avocado adding an extra twist.

    To learn more: Classic Prawn Cocktail with Avocado

    Mango Salad

    mango, avocado, and cucumber salad
    Ayla Clulee

    This zesty and colourful Mango Salad with Avocado and Cucumber is packed with flavor and ready in just 15 minutes. It is the perfect side dish for your summer cookouts, picnics, or potlucks!

    To learn more: Mango Salad with Avocado and Cucumber

    Strawberry Tiramisu

    Ayla Clulee

    Strawberry Tiramisu is an easy and delightful no-bake dessert made with juicy strawberries, mascarpone cheese, and ladyfinger biscuits. This beautiful dessert is a delightful twist on the Classic Italian Tiramisu recipe, which traditionally involves layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone cheese.

    To learn more: Easy No-bake Strawberry Tiramisu

    Chocolate Strawberry Tartlets

    Ayla Clulee

    These Chocolate Strawberry Tartlets are very easy to make and are great for family gatherings, celebrations, or summer BBQ parties. 

    They are the perfect combination of a simple sweet pastry filled with a rich chocolate ganache and juicy strawberries.

    To learn more: Chocolate Strawberry Tartlets

    Mousse au Chocolat

    mousse au chocolate served in a glass
    Ayla Clulee

    This chic dessert Mousse au Chocolat (or French Dark Chocolate Mousse) is surprisingly fuss-free, made with only 4 simple ingredients, ready in 20 minutes, and no baking is required.

    To learn more: Mousse au Chocolat - French Chocolate Mousse

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