7 Decadent Valentine's Day Recipes That Are Actually Good for You - Everyday Health

Not a cook? Pop the cork on some wine or bubbly, set out this spread, and you’re ready for a low-key evening of romance with practically zero effort. This totally customizable grazing board from Mackenzie Burgess, RDN, who blogs at Cheerful Choices, allows you and your date to graze on whatever your hearts desire: cheeses, meats, breads, spreads, and fruits and veggies. Just don’t skip the hummus — it’s packed with chickpeas, which contain compounds known as phytoestrogens that mimic female sex hormones, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Per serving (based on 1 oz cheddar cheese, 1 oz turkey, 2 tablespoons hummus, 10 pita chips, 1 cup chopped vegetables, 1 peanut butter–stuffed date): 470 cal, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 24g protein, 51g carbs, 7g fiber, 20g sugar (0g added), 640mg sodium

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