Which fruit and vegetables should I eat in February? Here's a list of fruit and vegetables in season to make up for the excesses of the start of the year!

  • Leaf vegetables

If you love endives and spinach, February is the perfect month to enjoy them. It's also the season for lamb's lettuce, which, like spinach, is rich in antioxidants. Lamb's lettuce is an excellent source of vitamin B9 and iron. Endive, known for its bitterness, is less well known for its antioxidant properties and richness in vitamins A, B9 and K.

Leaf vegetables
  • Crucifers

Cabbages are also a must in February. Whether Brussels, flower or green, they deserve a place on your plate. Brussels sprouts are rich in vitamin C and calcium, while kale contains glucosinolates and vitamin C, as does cauliflower. These compounds are particularly beneficial in helping the liver eliminate toxins.

Crucifers
  • Root vegetables

In February, root vegetables are the stars of the season. They come in all shapes and sizes, from carrots rich in cell-protecting carotenoids to turnips, sources of vitamins C, B9, B6, calcium and potassium. Parsnips provide fibre and antioxidants, while black radish is renowned for its benefits in detoxifying the liver. Rutabaga, closely related to turnips, is also a good source of vitamin C and potassium. Salsify, which contains inulin and is good for the intestinal flora, and Jerusalem artichoke, rich in inulin and potassium and good for digestion, make their debut in February.

Salsify
  • Stem vegetables and bulbs

Don't forget leeks, rich in fiber and potassium, and celeriac, known for its anti-inflammatory properties and flavonoid content.

Fruits

  • Pome fruits

As in January, apples and pears are still winter favourites. Very popular and easy to find, they are real concentrates of antioxidants, particularly in their skins. To make the most of them, choose organically grown fruit.

apples
  • Citrus fruit

Clementines, mandarins and oranges are also essential for filling up on vitamin C and fighting viruses. Clementines, with their antioxidant action, protect cells, while mandarins boost the immune system and facilitate the absorption of iron. Oranges are ideal for boosting the immune system and providing a burst of energy in winter.

mandarins
  • Exotic fruits

Some exotic fruits are also in season and perfect for starting the year off right. Pomegranate, and especially its juice, is a veritable mine of antioxidants. Persimmons, rich in fiber and carotenoids, have numerous antioxidant properties. Finally, kiwifruit is the champion of vitamin C: eating two a day is enough to cover 100% of daily requirements.

pomegranate

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