Breakfast

Start his or her Valentine’s Day off with a little lovin’ by whipping up one of these tasty smoothies with a dose of the libido-promoting botanical maca and calming magnesium. We even offer the recipe to make your own nut milk, if you really want to impress.

This hearty breakfast tastes superb with fresh avocado and hot salsa, plus a dollop of vegan or regular sour cream. You can substitute any vegetables—mushrooms, spinach, even potatoes—for the ones listed.

Keep plain, cooked quinoa in the refrigerator for this and other meal bases. Hemp seed is best used uncooked to retain the valuable omega-3s.

A protein-rich, gluten-free, vegan breakfast doesn’t get any easier than this.

A delicious gluten-free grain, protein-rich kasha (or buckwheat) has a reddish-brown color and robust, earthy flavor.

Start your sweetie’s day with a warm, healthy meal.

Start your day with this heart-healthy combo and you’ll stay energized and satiated for hours. To make it gluten free, use certified GF oats or substitute quinoa.

In a smoothie rut? Add kiwi for a unique, tropical flavor.

When you crave a gourmet breakfast (or dinner!), try this simple dish with fresh herbs and low-fat, quick-cooking shrimp.