Radishes are a nutrient-rich root vegetable with a pungent flavor. Young radishes are relatively mild, becoming hotter as the radish matures. Radishes contain potassium, folate, fiber and a small amount of protein. They are low in calories, with only 12 calories per 1/2-cup serving. Depending on the variety, radishes are harvested in spring, summer and winter. Winter radishes are larger and have a stronger flavor than smaller spring or summer radishes. Although radishes are often used as a garnish or grated and added to salads, they can also be baked in a sweet dish or as crispy radish chips.
Baked Radishes
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Wash a bunch of radishes under cool, running water. Use a paring knife to slice off the stem and root. Slice large radishes, or cut small radishes in half.
Step 3
Bring a small amount of water to a boil in a saucepan. Place the radishes in a steamer basket, then put the basket in the saucepan.
Step 4
Cover the saucepan and allow the radishes to steam for about five minutes.
Step 5
Place honey or maple syrup in a separate, small saucepan. Add butter and ground cinnamon. Heat the mixture until the butter melts. To avoid saturated fats found in butter, use a trans fat-free margarine.
Step 6
Place the radishes in a baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter mixture over the radishes.
Step 7
Bake until the radishes are tender.
Baked Radish Chips
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 2
Wash radishes under cool, running water. If necessary, scrub the radishes with a vegetable brush. Although any type of radish is suitable for making baked radish chips, larger radishes, such as carrot-shaped icicle or daikon radishes, are best suited and make larger chips.
Step 3
Cut the radishes into very thin slices. Put the radishes in a large mixing bowl.
Step 4
Drizzle a small amount of olive oil or canola oil over the radishes, then stir until the radishes are lightly coated with oil. Add sea salt or kosher salt and pepper to taste. If sodium is a concern, season the radishes with a sodium-free seasoning blend. You can also use spices such as Mexican or Cajun spices or garlic powder.
Step 5
Place the slices on a baking sheet or cookie pan coated lightly with cooking oil or nonstick cooking spray.
Step 6
Bake the radishes for about 10 minutes, then stir so the radishes bake evenly. Continue to bake the radishes for an additional five to 10 minutes, or until the radishes reach the desired level of crispiness.
Things You'll Need
- Radishes
- Paring knife
- Saucepan
- Steamer basket
- 1 tbsp. honey or maple syrup
- Small saucepan
- 1 tbsp. butter or margarine
- 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
- Baking dish
- Olive oil or canola oil
- Sea salt, kosher salt, pepper or other seasoning
- Baking sheet or cookie pan
- Cooking oil or nonstick cooking spray
References
- Quetzal Farm: Sweet Baked Radishes
- Healthy Hoosiers Community Supported Agriculture; Recipe: Baked Radish Chips; June 2010
- University of Vermont Extension; Radishes, Not Just a Garnish; Dianne Lamb; May 2001
- University of Illinois Extension; Radish; 2011
- Iowa State University Extension; Food of the Week: Radish
- Recipe Tips: Radishes
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