All about Radishes

Nov 4

We love our radishes! You will be receiving a few varieties in your box each season including daikon, french and watermelon. Now that you have them here are some fun ways to prepare them:

1. Raw and Fresh

Sliced into Salads: Radishes add a peppery crunch when thinly sliced into fresh salads.
Snack with Dip: Serve raw radishes whole, quartered, or sliced with hummus, tzatziki, or a creamy dip.
Radish Carpaccio: Slice really thin and squeeze some lemon or vinegar and sprinkle of salt, pepper and herbs. Allow to sit for a few minutes so they get nice a tender before digging in.
Quick-Pickled Radishes: Pickle radish slices in a vinegar brine for a tangy topping. Here is a link to a simple recipe https://www.loveandlemons.com/quick-pickled-radishes/

2. Roasted or Grilled

Roasted Radishes: Toss radishes with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roast until tender. They mellow in flavor and develop a caramelized exterior.
Grilled Radishes: Skewer radishes or place them in a grill basket, grilling until charred and tender for a smoky taste.

3. Sautéed or Stir-Fried

Sautéed Radishes: Cook sliced or quartered radishes in butter or olive oil with herbs until they are just tender. This brings out a subtle sweetness.
Stir-Fried Radishes: Add sliced radishes to a stir-fry with other veggies for a peppery twist.

4. Baked or Roasted with Other Vegetables

Radish and Potato Hash: Mix radishes with potatoes or sweet potatoes, onions, and herbs for a savory breakfast or side dish.
Root Vegetable Medley: Combine radishes with carrots, parsnips, and beets, roasting them with herbs for a colorful, tasty side.

5. Soup and Stew Additions

Radish-Top Soup: Use the radish greens to make a vibrant, slightly peppery soup similar to spinach or arugula soup.
Radish in Broth: Slice radishes into a vegetable or miso broth for added crunch and a peppery note.

6. Fermented or Pickled

Fermented Radishes: Make probiotic-rich fermented radishes with a simple saltwater brine.
Pickled Radish Relish: Use pickled radishes as a condiment to add acidity to rich dishes.

7. Grated or Spiralized

Radish Slaw: Grate or spiralize radishes to mix into coleslaw or use as a topping for tacos and grain bowls.
Radish Noodles: Use a spiralizer to make radish “noodles” for a low-carb pasta alternative or salad base.

8. Radish Greens

Sautéed Radish Greens: Cook the greens with olive oil, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon for a simple side dish.
Pesto: Blend radish greens with nuts, olive oil, Parmesan, and garlic to make a peppery pesto sauce.
Add to Soups: Chop the greens and stir them into soups or stews for added nutrients.

9. Get creative

Radish Butter: Blend softened butter with finely chopped radishes and herbs to make a spread for bread or roasted vegetables.
Radish Chips: Slice radishes thinly and bake until crispy to make homemade radish chips.
Radish Kimchi: Make a spicy Korean-style radish kimchi for a flavorful side or condiment. https://www.funkyasiankitchen.com/blog/radish-kimchi/

R8 Farm Team