13 recipes with seasonal ingredients from February 2026: quick and easy ideas for everyday lunches and dinners
February is the perfect month to bring warm, colorful and flavorful dishes to the table. Although we are still in the middle of winter, nature gives us plenty of fresh and wholesome ingredients, ideal for creating simple but never mundane recipes.
In this period we find vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and leeks, along with spinach, kale and fragrant citrus fruits. These are all products that make every dish tastier, more nutritious and also more sustainable.
If you're looking for practical ideas for stress-free everyday cooking, these seasonal recipes are perfect for quick lunches and comfort dinners to repeat throughout the month.
Why you will like these recipes
This collection is designed for those who want to eat well without complicating their lives, especially during the winter months when you are looking for something warm, healthy and satisfying, but without spending hours at the stove. February is the perfect time to rediscover simple, seasonal ingredients that can turn even an everyday meal into a small moment of comfort.
You'll love them because they are:
- quick and easy, perfect even during the week
- prepared with fresh ingredients from February
- ideal for light lunches or comfort dinners
- simple but never boring recipes
- also great to prepare in advance
In a nutshell: seasonal cooking, real taste and zero stress.
The 13 best seasonal recipes of February 2026
Whether you're in the mood for something light, a warm comfort food or a dish that's different from the usual, you'll find inspiration here all month long. So here are the best ideas to try right away - one after the other!
One of our favorite vegetables? Leek! The best recipe to make with it? Leek fondue! A simple and healthy dish that delights everyone at the table. Ideal for pairing with a piece of fish such as salmon or shellfish like scallops. Today, we share...
Pasta with broccoli is the perfect way to introduce vegetables to young and old alike! With its lovely green color and melt-in-your-mouth texture, it's both comforting and light on the plate. Can't believe it? Wait until you try this simple and...
After a few culinary excesses, there's nothing like a good cabbage soup to make your stomach feel better!
Want to try a new salad recipe? Try our combination of salmon + chickpeas + orange with a touch of fresh dill! A protein-rich dish that we love to take with us to work for a healthy and balanced lunch break. And when it comes to vinaigrette, you will...
Are you a fan of brownies and love desserts with a lemon flavor? This is the one for you! Lemon and oat brownies with a delicious glaze that will make you go back for another piece until it's all gone! :) An ideal dessert to take to a gathering with...
What to do with cabbage? That's the big question we've decided to answer today! Because yes, there are plenty of easy and tasty recipes to be made with this vegetable often shunned by the little ones. With these oven-baked cabbage rolls , we can...
For a simple and effective meal, choose the quiche option! Here, we offer a vegetarian version filled with spinach and goat cheese. It's a great way to get kids (and the more reluctant ones!) to eat their vegetables through an easy recipe and a...
Craving a swiss roll? Try this Portuguese recipe! Moist and sweet, it will satisfy any craving!
Cauliflower croquettes in air fryer are a healthy, inexpensive and easy to prepare recipe. This vegetarian dish is ideal for those looking for a light but flavorful option, perfect for quick lunches or dinners. The ingredients needed are simple...
If you love orange flavor, this recipe is for you! Make a homemade orange curd and combine it with a pie crust for the perfect dessert!
What's more comforting than a gratin to warm up when the temperatures drop ? Today we invite you to cook curly kale . Accompanied by béchamel and gratin cheese, it will transform into a generous dish , crunchy on the outside and melting on the...
For an easy-to-make dessert that is moist and slightly tangy, this lemon cake will be perfect! At dessert time or for a snack, it will surely please the whole family :-) Step by step, follow the instructions for this recipe with our illustrated written...
A creaminess that envelops the palate, offering a unique sensory experience : the pasta is topped with a velvety broccoli and almond sauce , in which each ingredient combines harmoniously , creating a perfect balance of flavors. The natural...
February 2026 seasonal recipes: easy ideas to try all month long
Cooking with seasonal ingredients in February means bringing more flavorful, wholesome dishes to the table that are perfect for facing winter with a little creativity. These 13 quick and easy recipes are the perfect inspiration for everyday lunches and dinners with the best this month has to offer. Try them one at a time and discover how easy it can be to eat well by following seasonality.
Daniele Mainieri
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