Which fruits and vegetables to eat in January? Here's a list of fruits and vegetables in season to help you fill up on vitamins and antioxidants and get the year off to a good start.

Vegetables

  • Cucurbits

Squash, butternut, pumpkin and other cucurbits are still in season. In January, continue to enjoy your favorite winter soups. These vegetables are rich in antioxidants, which help prevent many diseases. And above all, don't throw away pumpkin seeds! Full of goodness, they can be roasted to add crunch to your soups or to liven up your aperitifs.

Cucurbits
  • Leaf vegetables

If you love endives and spinach, January 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.

spinach
  • Crucifers

Cabbages are also a must in January. 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 January, 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 fiber and antioxidants, while black radish is recognized for its benefits in detoxifying the liver. Rutabaga, closely related to turnips, is also a good source of vitamin C and potassium. Finally, salsify and Jerusalem artichokes, rich in inulin, help balance the intestinal flora and are good allies for digestive health.

basket of carrots and leeks
  • Special mention

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

Fruits

  • Pome fruits

In January, apples and pears remain must-haves. Very popular and easy to find, they are veritable concentrates of antioxidants, particularly in their skins. To make the most of them, choose organically grown fruit.

bowl of apples and pears
  • Citrus fruit

Clementines, mandarins and oranges abound on the shelves. These citrus fruits are particularly rich in vitamin C. Clementines, with their antioxidant action, protect cells, while mandarins boost immune defenses and facilitate iron absorption. Oranges, meanwhile, are ideal for boosting the immune system and providing a burst of energy in winter.

kiwi and citrus
  • 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.

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