Celebrate Valentine's Day in red
12 February 2026
Valentine's Day (14 February) is all about love, attention and enjoying together. It is the day to stop and think about each other and celebrate with something special. What better way to do this than a table full of dishes in the colour of love? Red immediately creates atmosphere and makes every dish a real eye-catcher. With these red recipes, you can give Valentine's Day extra warmth and turn eating together into a loving and tasty moment.
Salad with beetroot and horseradish
Start your romantic dinner with a fresh salad full of colour and flavour. This salad with beetroot and horseradish combines the earthy sweetness of beetroot with a light, tangy touch of horseradish and crisp apple. The dish is surprising in its simplicity, yet feels rich and festive with its deep red colour and fresh dressing.
Salad with roasted beetroot and carrot with honey and ricotta
For those who want something a little more robust, this salad is highly recommended. Roasting the beetroot and carrots first gives them a warm, sweet undertone, which pairs beautifully with creamy ricotta and a hint of honey. The result is a dish that not only impresses visually, but is also versatile in flavour. Serve this as a course starter or as a special side dish with your dinner.
Red beets with rosemary and onion
Want a side dish that brings tranquillity and depth of flavour? Then this classic with red beets, onion and aromatic rosemary is ideal. The gentle notes of onion and rosemary complement the earthy beetroot nicely, and the whole dish is given a subtle richness by the combination of herbs and texture. This dish works well alongside a main course or as part of a romantic buffet.
Smoothie with Kanzi® and beetroot
If you want to end your Valentine's Day dinner with something fresh and light, this smoothie is a surprising choice. The combination of juicy Kanzi® apple, red beetroot and raspberry not only creates a beautiful deep red colour, but also a tasty balance between sweet and fresh. The beetroot gives the smoothie a full-bodied hue and extra texture, while the fruit sweetens it up and adds a touch of romance to your evening. This smoothie is ideal as a snack or light finish after dinner.
Fruit wraps with mixed red fruit
End your meal with something sweet yet playful. These fruit wraps with mixed red fruit combine strawberries, raspberries, cherries and redcurrants in a warm wrap, offering both colour and sweetness. It's a dessert that doesn't have to be complicated to impress. This dish is simple, cheerful and full of red hues that are perfect for Valentine's Day.
