Cooking with foods that are in season is a must for some—like those who live in regions that don’t import produce—and just a smart choice for others who want their recipes to feature seasonal, fresh, delicious produce. Winter may not be known for its fruitfulness, but there are still some fruits and vegetables that are in season in December, January, and February. Here are the ones you should cook with this winter.
Cabbage
Whether you eat it in a salad, make kimchi, or go with classic coleslaw, this winter veggie has lots of healthy vitamins to offer.
Brussels Sprouts
Delicious roasted with some garlic, brussels sprouts make a great winter side dish.
Winter Squash
Another great side dish or soup base, acorn, butternut, kabocha, and delicata squash are all great in winter.
Potatoes and Sweet Potatoes
Hearty and filling and delicious, these tubers are a winter staple for a reason.
Beets
A key ingredient in classic winter dishes like Russian borscht, beets are both beautiful and nutritious.
Carrots
Making soup this winter? Adding seasonal carrots is a must.
Citrus Fruits
One of the few types of fruits that thrives in winter, you can get your fill of vitamin C this winter with oranges, lemons, and limes.
Pomegranates
A star of fall and winter juices and salads, pomegranates may require a lot of work, but they’re so worth it.
Dark, Leafy Greens
A year-round superfood and base for dishes both cooked and raw, winter is a great time to pack in those dark, leafy greens.
