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5 Menus for Date Night In (Gluten Free, Paleo & Vegan Options!)

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February 9, 2018 | Leave a Comment |This post contains affiliate links.

5 Menus for Date Night In – What to make when you’re doing date night in. From take-out “fake-out”, to breakfast for dinner, and lots of things in between, there are so many ways to make date night in GREAT!

Healthy Recipe Ideas for Date Night In - 5 AWESOME Menus for Date Night at Home! (Paleo, gluten free, and vegan options!)

I don’t think in all our years together that Michael and I have ever gone out on Valentine’s Day for dinner. At first, we were college students on a TIGHT budget, so dinner out was still kind of an extravagance. Then, we had babies, and finding a babysitter and making all the arrangements was exhausting and felt easier to make something special at home. Now that our kids are bigger (and even though we have a fantastic babysitter!), we still prefer to do date night in for Valentine’s Day.

Our kids think it’s special, and I love that we don’t have to fight a crowd. So whether your budget is tight, or there’s no babysitter to be found, or you’re just looking for something to make dinner feel special, here are 5 of my favorite menus for a great date night in.

Healthy Recipes for Date Night In - Skip your favorite Take-out place and make these take out "fake out" recipes at home! (Gluten free & Paleo options)

1. Take-Out Fakeout.

I love takeout, but finding great gluten and dairy free options is tricky, and we almost always just make it ourselves.

Appetizers:

  • Paleo Chicken Lettuce Wraps – Gluten Free, paleo & whole30 friendly
  • Egg Drop Soup – Gluten free, paleo & whole30 friendly

Entrees:

  • Healthy Orange Chicken
  • Healthy Beef & Broccoli
  • Healthy Sesame Chicken
  • Healthy Cashew Chicken
  • Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry with Black Pepper Sauce

Healthy Recipes for Date Night In! This homemade Mexican (Tex Mex) food is almost as good as going out! (Gluten free, vegan, and paleo options!)

2. Tex Mex

Even if they’re not totally authentic, but these are some of our family’s favorite Tex-Mex options for date night in!

Appetizers:

  • My ULTIMATE Guide to Guacamole
  • Our Favorite Fresh Salsa
  • Fresh Mango Salsa
  • Homemade Pico de Gallo

Entrees & Sides:

  • THE BEST Fish Tacos
  • Sizzling Veggie Fajitas
  • Sweet Potato & Black Bean Burritos
  • Slow Cooker Beef Carnitas
  • Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa
  • Chipotle Sweet Potato Burrito Bowls
  • Slow Cooker Refried Beans

Healthy Recipes for Date Night In - Skip the steakhouse and make these homestyle classics at home. From steak salad to salmon, with lots of salads and sides! (Gluten free & Paleo options)

3. Homestyle/Steakhouse

It might not be *quite* a steakhouse, but these homestyle recipes will be perfect for your meat and potatoes lover! Light some candles and enjoy some comfort food. 

Entrees:

  • Bacon-Wrapped Scallops
  • Bacon Wrapped BBQ Meatloaf Minis
  • Pesto Salmon & Veggies
  • Honey Brown Sugar Salmon
  • Steak Salad with Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
  • Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken with Honey Mustard Sauce

Side Dishes:

  • Chipotle Mashed Sweet Potatoes (these are AMAZING!)
  • Maple Dijon Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • (Gluten Free or Not!) Pumpkin Cornbread Muffins
  • Salad with Homemade Creamy Ranch

Healthy Recipes for Date Night In - Pasta night and Italian favorites made at home! (Gluten free, paleo, and vegan options)

4. Italian

Maybe you’re just craving pasta, maybe it’s all about the meatballs. Pull out a checkered tablecloth and put on some cheesy music. These options are ready in no time!

Entrees and Sides:

  • Perfect Paleo Meatballs
  • Easy Pomodoro Sauce
  • My Favorite Pasta Sauce
  • Simple Arrabbiata Sauce (a little spicy/a lot delicious!)
  • Sausage Pepper Pasta
  • GF Crispy Chicken Tenders (these are easily turned into chicken parmigiana!)
  • Prosciutto Wrapped Chicken
  • Italia Salad with Lemon Basil Vinaigrette

Healthy Recipes for Date Night In - Breakfast for dinner is on the menu! (Gluten free, paleo, and vegan options)

5. Breakfast for Dinner

Breakfast for dinner was always a family favorite in my home growing up. From waffles to French toast to egg bakes, hash browns, and more, there’s always something to love. My own family loves breakfast for dinner. We often change into our jammies early and pop on a movie or cuddle up with a blanket picnic on the floor with some soft music.

Breakfast Faves:

  • Gluten-Free French Toast Casserole
  • Tropical Strawberry Pitaya Smoothie
  • Very Cherry Smoothie
  • Pineapple Peach Perfection Smoothie
  • Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
  • Blender Pumpkin Pancakes
  • Gingerbread Waffles (these are spiced so beautifully–they’re good year round!)
  • Raspberry Stuffed French Toast (not GFDF, but unbelievable!)
  • Roasted Breakfast Potatoes + Veggies
  • Paleo Mini Quiche – like mini omelets!
  • Hash Brown Waffles – Top them with all your savory favorites!

What’s your favorite way to make date night at home special?
Any favorite foods to make? 

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