Easter Lent 2025: what not to eat and menu by day

Lent is a rather long period before Easter, during which believers physically and spiritually prepare to celebrate one of the most important holidays of the year, Easter. In 2025, Lent began on March 3 and will last until April 19. And on April 20, Easter will be celebrated.

During this period, there are certain restrictions on food consumption, which is an important part of the Christian tradition to promote spiritual purification and repentance. FoodOboz tells you what you can't eat during Easter Lent, as well as the menu by day.

Menu by day

Monday, Wednesday, Friday - dry fasting. These days are considered the strictest during Lent. During them, you cannot eat cooked food, but you are allowed to eat raw vegetables and fruits, as well as drink fresh juices and water. The goal is to focus on prayer and spiritual purification.

Tuesday and Thursday are oil-free days. Hot food is allowed on these days, but without adding a single drop of oil. Wine is also allowed, but in reasonable quantities. The purpose: to celebrate God's majesty and to rest from the more rigorous days of fasting.

Clean Monday (the first day of the fast) and Good Friday are days of no food. These days are considered days of special repentance and spiritual purification. Only water is allowed. The purpose: deep repentance and selflessness in the service of God.

What not to do in Lent

• Animal products. Meat, fish, milk, eggs, and other animal products are completely banned during Lent.
• Alcohol. During Lent, any alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited, except for the days mentioned above.
• Spicy and sweet dishes. During this period, food should be modest and healthy. Spices, condiments, and sweets are foods that distract believers from spiritual practice, so they are recommended to be avoided.

• Noisy fun and entertainment. Noisy celebrations and excessive entertainment are recommended to be postponed until the end of the fast, as this is a time for prayer and peace.
• Conflicts and quarrels. Easter is a time when it is important to maintain peace and tranquility. And quarrels and any manifestation of aggression interfere with spiritual purification.