Radically Delicious: Easy Roasted Radishes Recipe
Y’all get ready for this Radically Delicious: Easy Roasted Radishes Recipe! You are gonna love it!
Today, we’re taking a little ole walk down the garden path to shine a light on an often-overlooked veggie: the radish. Now, I know what you are thinking! Julia, radishes, really? Aren’t those just for salad toppings? I used to think the exact same thing! I literally thought that raw radishes were the only way to use them.
Y’all would never find me at the radish fan club meetings! For me, radishes were okay, but not something I’d get all excited about…until I tried them roasted! Game changer! Cooking radishes is the way to go!
Friend, you’re in for a real treat! These little beauties transform into something downright magical when you roast ‘em. I kept hearing about how wonderful radishes are when you roast them and I had to try it for myself and was amazed with the results. Roasted radishes are now one of my favorite veggie sides, y’all!
We’re talkin’ crispy edges, tender insides, and a mellow sweetness that’ll have you saying, “Why didn’t I try this sooner?” Even my somewhat picky eating husband is a fan of roasted radishes! You got to try it friend!
Y’all come on and let’s head into the kitchen, preheat that oven, and let’s give those radishes the spot on the supper table that they deserve!
Why Roast Radishes? A Surprising Twist on a Classic Veggie
What do roasted radishes taste like?
Y’all, I hate to be the one to add to the list of things that are not a potato, that taste like a potato. But, hear me out. Roasted radishes sort of do. There’s the hint of roasted potato, but I think maybe it is more because they have the same texture after roasting.
The radishes do offer a low carb option and are keto friendly if you’re looking for that sort of dish. I just love them because it is another great vegetable option to add to my choices for delicious easy fix sides to our meals.
If you love roasted vegetables, then check out my Roasted Vegetable Medley with Parmesan recipe!
Ingredients You’ll Need for Roasted Radishes
Here’s what you’ll need to make my easy roasted radishes recipe:
- One Pound of Fresh Radishes – washed and dried with paper towels, then trimmed and halved. I discard the trimmed pieces, including the greens because they’re usually very wilted, but the green tops are edible if you want to keep them. If you have chickens, feed the greens to them if you don’t want them.
- Olive Oil
- Kosher Salt
- Cracked Black Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Mrs. Dash Table Blend Seasoning (optional)
Y’all, this is just how I season my radishes, but you can use whatever seasonings or seasoning blends make you happy. I also like to sprinkle just a touch of parsley over the roasted radishes before serving to make them look extra pretty.
Step-by-Step: How to Roast Radishes to Perfection
The first thing is to wash your fresh radishes and pat them dry with paper towels. I like to do this ahead and allow them to fully dry.
Next, prep the radishes by trimming off the ends of the radish greens and root. Then, cut the radishes into even bite sized pieces so they cook evenly.
Easy Roasted Radishes
Preheat your oven.
Next, it is into the mixing bowl to be combined with your seasonings of choice and olive oil. Arrange the seasoned radishes on a cooking sheet in a single layer spacing them out so they aren’t crowded together. You can line your pan with foil or parchment if you like for easy clean up. Sometimes I do and sometimes I don’t.
Pop that sheet pan into the hot oven and roast until desired tenderness! This should be a 30-minute or less cook time. I find that 25 minutes is the sweet spot in my oven. Allow the radishes to cool slightly before serving.
Simple Roasted Radishes Cooking Tips
Tips for Preparing and Enjoying Crispy, Flavorful Roasted Radishes
- To make perfectly crispy delicious roasted radishes: make sure they are patted dry, use the proper oil, and cook with high heat.
- Cut the radishes evenly for even cooking.
- Flavor Variations to Try with Roasted Radishes: Think garlic, fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary, paprika, Italian seasoning, your favorite seasoning blends, or even a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a unique twist! I like to keep it simple though with some olive oil and seasonings! Radishes peppery bite does mellow out when roasting, so season them well for the best flavor.
- Should I peel the radishes, or can I leave the skin on for roasting? There is no need to peel the radishes, plus the skin adds that nice pop of color.
What to Serve with Roasted Radishes:
Chicken, Pork (I love serving roasted radishes with stuffed pork tenderloin), Baked Salmon, or Beef.
Don’t forget other sides to serve with them too! Potatoes, rice, cooked greens, asparagus, or a side salad.
Kitchen Tools that are Helpful Preparing Roasted Radishes
Cutting board, chef’s knife, mixing bowl, measuring spoons, baking sheet, parchment paper or foil, spatula or tongs, paper towels.
These tools are all helpful, but if y’all are like me you’ll be shaking those seasonings from the heart until it just feels right!
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Easy Roasted Radishes Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound Radishes
- 1½ tablespoon Olive Oil
- 1½ teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ½ teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Mrs. Dash Table Blend Seasoning optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉ (204℃)
- Prep the fresh radishes by washing them well under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Trim the ends then cut into haves or quarters, depending on radish size, so all pieces are about the same size for even cooking.
- Transfer the prepped radishes to a mixing bowl; add the olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onions powder, and Mrs. Dash (if using) then use a spatula to mix everything together so that the radishes are coated in the oil and seasoning mixture.
- Next, transfer the radishes to a baking sheet, lined with aluminum foil or parchment for easy clean up if desired, and arrange in a single layer.
- Place the sheet pan with the radishes into the pre-heated oven and roast for 25 minutes, or until desired tenderness.
- Allow the radishes to cool slightly before serving. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy as a delicious vegetable side to your meal.
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Nutrition
If you have leftover oven roasted radishes, they can be store in airtight container in the refrigerator and easily reheated in your microwave.
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Radically Delicious: Easy Roasted Radishes Recipe
Thank you so much for stopping by! Well, y’all, there you have it—simple, Southern, and oh-so-satisfying!
These roasted radishes are proof that even a humble root veggie can steal the show with just a little love and a hot oven.
Whether you’re serving ‘em up as an easy side dish, snacking on ‘em right off the pan, or wowing your guests at the dinner table, I promise these will be a hit. So, don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family—they’ll thank you later. I hope you’ll give this easy recipe a try soon.
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