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11 Vegan Valentine's Day Dinner Ideas For Two

by Chelsey Grasso

If you're planning on skipping dinner reservations this Valentine's Day (I don't blame you, restaurants are always so crowded and overpriced on February 14th), then these 11 vegan Valentine's Day dinner ideas for two are your godsend. Even if you're not a vegan, these 11 recipes are so unique and delicious that you'll appreciate them for what they can bring to the table (literally).

From a Vegan Samosa Pie recipe to a Spicy Butternut Squash Soup recipe, the foods that have been rounded up below are anything but boring. Rich in flavors and unique in their preparations, your valentine will undoubtedly be impressed with your cooking skills if you whip up one of these bad boys this February 14th. If you're a novice in the kitchen, don't worry either, because all 11 of these recipes have simple, step-by-step instructions to walk you through the preparation and cooking.

Be ambitious this Valentine's Day, tie on the apron, and preheat the oven. Home-cooked meals are romantic, and if you're trying to woo your date this February, cooking one (or more!) of these 11 recipes is the way to go. It's time to pull out the candlesticks and the fancy tablecloth. You've got this.

1. Vegan Samosa Pie

Wallflower Kitchen's Vegan Samosa Pie has a flaky crust and savory filling that will impress any Valentine's Day date.

2. Thai Sweet Potato Quinoa

This hearty Thai Sweet Potato Quinoa recipe combines roasted sweet potatoes, quinoa, salad, and a homemade dressing to give you an end result that is worth writing home about. Find the recipe at Naturally Ella.

3. Ultimate Green Taco Wraps with Lentil-Walnut Taco Meat

Once you've tried these Ultimate Green Taco Wraps with Lentil-Walnut Taco Meat by Oh She Glows, you'll be hooked for life. Keep your Valentine's Day dinner light so you can truly indulge in the desserts.

4. Vegan Scalloped Potatoes and Cauliflower with Jamaican Curry Spices

These Vegan Scalloped Potatoes and Cauliflower with Jamaican Curry Spices are anything but bland. Vegan Richa has the recipe.

5. Spicy Butternut Squash Soup

This Spicy Butternut Squash Soup is the perfect way to warm up this February 14th. Get the recipe from Wallflower Kitchen.

6. Roasted Breakfast Potatoes

Though they may be called Roasted Breakfast Potatoes, this recipe is great for accompanying any dish at dinner time. Find the recipe at Cookie + Kate.

7. Vegetarian Sushi Bowl

Sometimes simplicity is key. Keep things raw (or pickled) and eclectic with this Vegetarian Sushi Bowl recipe from Naturally Ella.

8. Vegan Pumpkin Alfredo with Roasted Hazelnuts

You can never go wrong with pasta on Valentine's Day. Try out My Darling Vegan's Vegan Pumpkin Alfredo with Roasted Hazelnuts this February.

9. Easy Vegan and Gluten-Free Pancakes

Oh She Glow's recipe for Easy Vegan and Gluten-Free Pancakes allows even those with the most restricted diets to enjoy this strawberry shortcake inspired dish. Breakfast for dinner? How romantic.

10. Mushroom Lasagna

Made with gluten-free lasagna sheets and a vegan cheese, this Mushroom Lasagna recipe from Wallflower Kitchen will have you drooling over the outcome.

11. Creamy Mushroom Risotto

Looking for something extra rich and savory? Then this Creamy Mushroom Risotto from Wallflower Kitchen is the answer.

No matter how you plan to spend Valentine's Day this year, make it a delicious one!