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What to Eat This Month – January 2025

January – a time for new starts and new resolutions, but it’s also still (here in the U.K. at least) so very cold, so comfort is on the table too. With this juxtaposition, if you’re wondering what to eat in January, I have the answer for you here!

I like to eat somewhat ‘lighter’ in January. The multitude of treats of the festive season make way for vegetables and nutrients.

BUT I still very much want warmth and comfort from my food. I think there is nothing more necessary during the cold month of January, when the Christmas lights are gone and back to work/school has hit, than a groaning dinner table full of delicious things.

What to Eat in January – In Season

Although January tends to be a month of salads and lighter meals, the food in season is reminiscent of December. Rich, earthy vegetables reign!

These are some of the ingredients that are in season in January:

  • Beetroot
  • Potatoes
  • Parsnips
  • Truffles
  • Celery
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Turnips
  • Kale
  • Apples
  • Rhubarb
  • Pears
  • Duck
  • Turkey
  • Partridge
  • Mussels
  • Scallops

Here, I’ve selected some beautiful recipes which are perfect for cooking in January. Simply save the page and use this as your shopping guide for the next 4 weeks!

What to Eat in January – Week 1

Use up any leftover roast meat in the turkey and ham lasagne, and enjoy some in season mussels in a creamy coconut Thai mussel dish.

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Turkey and Ham Lasagne
A delicious, creamy lasagne made with leftover roast turkey (or chicken) and ham.
Check out this recipe
2
Red Leicester and Broccoli Soup
A creamy, delicious and easy to make Red Leicester and broccoli soup.
Check out this recipe
3
One Pan Baked Cod and Noodles
Cod, noodles and broccoli in a rich coconut broth, all baked in one pan.
Check out this recipe
4
Chorizo and Scallops With Pasta
Simple but so delicious, chorizo and scallops with pasta makes a luxurious supper.
Check out this recipe
5
Quinoa, Feta and Roasted Pepper Salad
A 4-ingredient salad with quinoa, feta, roasted peppers and mint
Check out this recipe
6
Fresh Thai mussels in creamy coconut broth with vibrant samphire garnish
Thai Coconut Mussels
Delicious fresh mussels in a Thai style broth with coconut and samphire.
Check out this recipe
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Greek Style Crispy Chicken Pittas
Crispy fried chicken pittas with tzatziki, cucumber and tomato
Check out this recipe

What to Eat in January – Week 2

You’ll LOVE this one pan peri peri roast chicken dish! You can use any leftovers in the chicken risotto.

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One Pan Peri Peri Roast Chicken and Rice
Easy one pan roast chicken with peri peri flavours, with spicy rice and corn on the cob
Check out this recipe
9
Celery Soup
A delicious, simple vegetarian soup with just a handful of ingredients.
Check out this recipe
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Chicken and pea risotto In a blue bowl on a wooden table with a white cloth
Chicken and Pea Risotto
A delicious risotto with leftover roast chicken and peas.
Check out this recipe
11
Kung pao stir fry beef with noodles In a blue bowl on a wooden table
Kung Pao Stir Fry Beef With Noodles
Stir fried beef and peppers with noodles and a sauce made from soy sauce, shaohsing rice wine and rice wine vinegar.
Check out this recipe
12
Steak and Green Bean Salad
A delicious salad with steak, green beans, watercress and pomegranate seeds, ready in under 10 minutes.
Check out this recipe
13
Weeknight sausage and broccoli pasta recipe - Simple family meal
Sausage and Broccoli Pasta
Creamy sausage and broccoli pasta with Parmesan.
Check out this recipe
14
Homemade One pot chorizo and chickpea stew
One Pot Chorizo and Chickpea Stew
Ready in 20 minutes, this chorizo and chickpea stew with spinach is a warming and hearty meal.
Check out this recipe

What to Eat in January – Week 3

There’s plenty of balance this week with some delicious salads made from store cupboard ingredients, as well as roast duck with chips and duck fried rice with the leftovers.

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Quinoa and Lentil Salad
A fresh and delicious quinoa and lentil salad with cucumber, feta and tarragon.
Check out this recipe
16
One Pot Chicken, Chorizo and Butter Bean Stew
A simple one pot chicken and chorizo stew, packed full of flavour
Check out this recipe
17
Creamy homemade Crab and sweetcorn chowder
Crab and Sweetcorn Chowder
A simple one pot crab and sweetcorn chowder, ready in 20 minutes.
Check out this recipe
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Warm roasted chickpea salad With dressing in a white bowl on a wooden table
Warm Roasted Chickpea Salad
Roasted chickpea salad with carrots, peppers and rocket, served with a pesto and yoghurt dressing.
Check out this recipe
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Roast Duck with Chips and Hoisin Sauce
Delicious roasted duck served with chips and an incredible hoisin sauce. This recipe will serve at least 4.
Check out this recipe
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Homemade duck fried rice - how to use leftover roast duck
Duck Fried Rice
Fried rice with leftover roast duck and egg, plus spring onions and red bell peppers.
Check out this recipe
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Pink Beetroot and feta pasta in a black bowl on a wooden table
Beetroot and Feta Pasta
Creamy beetroot and feta pasta, ready in just 15 minutes.
Check out this recipe

What to Eat in January – Week 4

There is plenty of freshness this week! A halloumi and roasted red pepper salad (using jarred peppers) adds some colour, and enjoy the spice from the Thai Red chicken curry.

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Easy Thai Red Chicken Curry
A simple Thai red curry with chicken, sweet potatoes and green beans.
Check out this recipe
23
Warm Roasted Pepper and Halloumi Quinoa Salad
A delicious warm quinoa salad with crisp, golden halloumi. Perfect served cold, too!
Check out this recipe
24
Leek and potato soup on a wooden table in a black bowl
Classic Leek and Potato Soup
The classic, creamy leek and potato soup.
Check out this recipe
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15 minute garlic mushroom pasta Top view
15 Minute Garlic Mushroom Pasta
Using only five ingredients and ready in fifteen minutes, this creamy garlic mushroom pasta is a weeknight winner!
Check out this recipe
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Frittata with chorizo and mozzarella on a white plate
Chorizo, Pepper and Mozzarella Frittata
A simple 4 ingredient frittata with spicy chorizo, sweet peppers and creamy mozzarella.
Check out this recipe
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Close up of roasted carrot and beetroot salad
Carrot, Watercress and Beetroot Salad
Delicious roasted vegetable salad with lentils and a honey lemon dressing
Check out this recipe
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Easy pork Dan Dan noodles In a blue bowl on a wooden table
Easy Pork Dan Dan Noodles
Dan dan noodles with a powerful, spicy sauce topped with minced pork. Ready in less than 20 minutes.
Check out this recipe

More from this series;

What to Eat This Month – March

What to Eat This Month – April

What to Eat This Month – May

What to Eat This Month – June

What to Eat This Month – July

What to Eat This Month – August

What to Eat This Month – September

What to Eat This Month – October

What to Eat This Month – November

What to Eat This Month – December

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