Radish Recipes

Crunchy, peppery radishes make any dish more fun! Here are all the best radish recipes to make when you have a bunch on hand.

Got radishes? We got recipes. If you’ve picked up a bunch of those round pink beauties at the store or farmers market, there are so many tasty ways to use them! Radishes bring a refreshing crunch and peppery spice to anything they touch.

Spring is when you think of radishes because they come up early in the growing season, but they’re available year round! Here are all our best radish recipes for using these beauties. We’ve got anything from roasted as a side dish (so sweet and tender!) to topped with creamy blue cheese dressing in our favorite chopped salad. Oh and radish salsa… let’s just get to the recipes!

radish recipes

Garlic Roasted Radishes

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Roasting radishes brings out the sweetness that is otherwise masked by the peppery kick that radishes are known for. This must-try recipe will turn anyone into a radish lover!

Prep: 10min

Total: 25min

Yield: 4

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 1/4 of recipe, calories 68 calories, Sugar 2 g, Sodium 250 mg, Fat 6 g, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 1 g

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. fresh radishes, stems removed, ends trimmed, and halved
  • 1 tablespoon melted ghee, butter coconut oil or avocado oil)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley, dried chives, or dried dill or mix
  • 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • Optional toppings: Ranch dressing for drizzling or garnish of fresh parsley, dill, or chives

Instruction:

  1. Preheat oven to 425℉. In a bowl, combine the radishes, cooking fat (ghee, butter or oil), dried herbs, salt, and pepper; toss until the radishes are evenly coated. (Note: don’t add the minced garlic until step 3).
  2. Spread radishes out in a single layer in a large 9×13 inch baking dish.
  3. Bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing every 10 minutes. After the first 10 minutes of baking add the minced garlic and toss. Return to oven to bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until radishes are golden brown and easily pierced with a fork.
  4. If desired, serve with ranch dressing for dipping or drizzling on top and garnish with fresh parsley, dill, or chives.

Radish Recipes: Roasted Radishes

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These roasted radishes are one of our favorite radish recipes!

Prep: 5min

Ingredients:

  • 9 to 12 medium red radishes (halved)
  • Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Lemon juice (optional)

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Slice the radishes in half and place them in a roasting dish (or on a baking sheet with parchment paper). Toss with drizzles of olive oil and pinches of salt and pepper and place cut-side down.
  2. Roast 10 to 15 minutes or until they reach your desired doneness. I like my radishes to have a bit of a crunchy bite. If you prefer softer radishes, roast them longer.
  3. Serve with squeezes of lemon and season to taste. These are also wonderful with dollops of radish green pesto or tossed into this radish salad.

Perfectly Roasted Radishes

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I love the sharp, peppery taste of fresh radishes, but I also love them roasted. Roasting downplays their sharpness and brings out a pleasant creaminess.

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Yield: 3

Serving Size: 0.3 recipe

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 0.3 recipe, calories 92 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, Saturated Fat 5 g, Sodium 300 mg, Fiber 2 g

Ingredients:

  • 2 bunches medium radishes (Washed, dried, tops trimmed (1 lb. trimmed))
  • 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
  • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt (or 1/2 teaspoon sea salt)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instruction:

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
  2. Cut the radishes in half lengthwise.
  3. Arrange them in one layer in a baking dish, with their cut side down.
  4. Add the butter, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat.
  5. Roast until the radishes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.

10 Great Radish Recipes: Roasted Radishes & More!

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Ever roasted radishes? Throw them into a hot oven in this unique easy side dish recipe: they come out vibrant and juicy, with a sweet, mild flavor!

Prep: 10min

Total: 30min

Yield: 4

Nutrition Facts: servingSize None, calories 33 calories, Sugar 0.2 g, Sodium 149 mg, Fat 3.5 g, Saturated Fat 0.5 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg

Ingredients:

  • 2 small bunches radishes (about 16 to 18 small radishes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Fresh ground pepper

Instruction:

  1. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees.
  2. Wash the radishes and trim off the greens, saving a few leaves for a garnish.
  3. Cut the radishes lengthwise. Toss them in a bowl with the olive oil, finely grated garlic clove, kosher salt and pepper.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the radishes on top cut-side down and roast for 16 to 20 minutes until the largest radish is tender when pierced with a fork at the thickest point (exact time depends on the size of the radishes).
  5. Very finely chop about 1 radish leaf into a garnish, and sprinkle over the top. Serve warm.

You Will LOVE These Roasted Radishes | Low Carb Recipe

FAQ

What can I do with a bunch of radishes?

Here, the best ways to prepare and enjoy the root vegetable!
  1. Serve Them Raw—with Butter, Of Course. …
  2. Pickle The Radishes. …
  3. Julienne The Radishes and Toss Them Into Risotto. …
  4. Roast Them. …
  5. Throw ‘Em in Tacos! …
  6. Shave the Radishes and Slice Them Up Super Thinly. …
  7. Take Your Tea Sandwiches to the Next Level. …
  8. Make a Chilled Soup.

What is the best way to eat radishes?

The truth is, they’re just as good—if not better—cooked. One of the best things about cooking radishes is the way it tames their spicy flavor, making them much easier to eat in bulk. These days, I can eat my way through an entire bunch in one sitting and still want more.

Are radishes better cooked or raw?

What Do Sauteed Radishes Taste Like? Sauteed radishes taste similar to potatoes, with a little bite of bite to them. They are a lot more mellow than raw ones. Radishes get a soft, potato-like texture when you cook them, and just like potatoes, they taste great when you fry them to get crispy on the outside.

About the author

Helen is an author and editor at helenbackcafe.com, who has a passion for writing about recipes. She loves to experiment with different ingredients and cooking techniques to create delicious and unique dishes.

Among all the foods, pizza holds a special place in her heart, and she loves exploring different variations and toppings to create the perfect slice. Through her writing, Helen hopes to inspire others to get creative in the kitchen and share their love for food with the world.

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