January Seasonal Produce Guide
What is in season in right now? This January Seasonal Produce Guide shows you what is in season, the nutritional value and our favorite ways to prepare them!
Are you wondering what produce is in season in January? This winter month brings some nutritional super starts. Some seasonal January produce includes Broccoli, Cabbage, Brussels Sprouts, Lemons, Oranges and Grapefruit.
Here you will find all of the seasonal produce for January including the best ways to cook them and some of my favorite recipes. Don’t forget to check back every month to keep your kitchen seasonal.
Broccoli
We all know how versatile broccoli is. It is an excellent snack rich in vitamin A and C, it is naturally low in carbs and calories. This cold weather crop is one of my go to side dishes. It can be eaten raw, or in a salad, but it is equally delicious roasted, grilled or sautéed. 
- Lemon Broccoli Penne
- Keto Broccoli Cheese Bites
- Garlic Butter Salmon and Broccoli Sheet Pan Dinner
- Broccoli Cheddar Quiche
- Vegan Broccoli Salad
- Stir Fried Broccoli and Red Peppers
Leeks
Leeks are an under used ingredient in my opinion. A cousin to the better known and used green onion, leeks add tons of flavor to any dish. Leeks look very similar to green onions, but larger. The white stalk like portion is the edible portion of the plant. This vegetable pairs very well with potatoes, my favorite way to use them is in the breakfast pizza recipe below.
- Crispy Breakfast Pizza with Cheddar and Leeks
- Slow Cooker Potato Soup (packed with hidden veggies!)
- Leek and Onion Puff Pasty Tart
- Creamed Leeks
Beets
Beets are best known for their vibrant color and earthy taste. Beets are naturally low in calories and loaded with vitamins and minerals. These little gems are a good source of fiber, folate, Vitamin C and Magnesium. They are moderate in carbs, one cup having roughly 9 net carbs per serving. Beets are also incredibly versatile because they can be eaten raw, roasted, cooked or even mashed like in the delicious hummus recipe below.
- Roasted Beet Hummus (healthy and a beautiful color)
- Beet and Kale Tacos with Creamy Avocado Sauce
- Beet Hummus and Asparagus Tart
Cabbage
Cabbage is one of my most favorite vegetables of all time. It is incredibly versatile, it is great grilled, sautéed, baked, or even loaded into casseroles. Cabbage is naturally low in calories and carbs. This makes it an unsung hero for those following a low carb or keto diet. It is rich in Vitamin C. It also has an incredibly mild taste allowing it to take on the flavor of whatever dish you put it in. And bonus, it is very easy to grow and always budget friendly.
- Low Carb Cheesy Cabbage Casserole (one pan and insanely delicious)
- Keto Sausage and Cabbage Foil Packs
- Low Carb Cabbage and Beef Soup (Instant Pot or Slow Cooker)
- Easy Asian Slaw (vegan and gluten free)
- Healthy Asian Chicken Cabbage Salad
- Grilled Cabbage Steaks
Brussels Sprouts
Brussels Sprouts were my only winter garden hold out this year. These tiny wonders are one of my favorite cold weather crop vegetables. Brussels Spouts can be shredded and eaten raw as a salad or slaw. They are incredibly delicious when roasted until crispy as well. But the best way to have your sprouts is on a bed of shrimp and grits, check out my favorite recipe below.
- Browned Butter Brussels Sprouts Penne
- Parmesan Risotto with Crispy Brussels Sprouts
- Gouda Grits with Shrimp and Crispy Sprouts (absolutely life changing!)
- Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts
- Brussels Sprout Casserole
Turnips
I know what you are thinking, turnips are pretty boring. However, this January crop may be more versatile than you realize! Turnips make a great potato substitute and they have a fraction of the calories and carbs. Actually, one cup of turnips has about 35 calories and about 5 net carbs. This makes turnips extremely keto friendly. Try swapping turnips for potatoes in your favorite vegetable beef soup, I bet you won’t notice the difference!
Lemons
Lemons are one of the few ingredients that are equally delicious in both sweet and savory recipes. Lemons are naturally high in Vitamin C and have been known to improve skin quality, promote hydration and weight loss. Adding lemon and herbs to water makes it extra refreshing. 
- The BEST Keto Lemon Bars (seriously, these are the best)
- Strawberry Lemonade
- Creamy Linguine Pasta al Limone
- Keto Lemon Chia Seed Pudding (two flavor options)
- Raspberry Lemon Mini Cheesecakes
- Lemon Poppy Seed Overnight Oats
Oranges
One orange as nearly an entire day’s worth of Vitamin C. It also folate and calcium rich and is excellent eaten raw as a snack or cooked. Try the Ginger Grilled Orange recipe below, it will blow your mind! Orange juice also works great in savory recipes like Asian marinades or salad dressings.
- Ginger Grilled Oranges
- White Chocolate and Macadamia Orange Bread (gluten free)
- Fruit Spice Tea
- Sesame Orange Chicken Skewers
Grapefruit
Grapefruit packs a huge nutritional punch. This cold season fruit is packed with Vitamin A and C. It is also low in calories and high in fiber. As with oranges, grapefruit are excellent eaten raw or cooked and also make a great addition to marinades and salad dressings.
