Radishes are the signal that spring is finally here and I love their crisp, peppery taste when added to salads, sandwiches or a protein. There seems to be two camps of radishes – love ’em or hate ’em and, as with my vegetables, I love them and try to include them as often as possible. They can be strong in taste but just make sure you slice them thinly, preferably with a mandolin, and it will not overpower your dish.
Here are my Top Ten favorite ways to include this controversial veggie in your diet. I’d love to hear about your favorite radish recipes in the comments below. Are you a lover of this delicious little gem?
Watermelon Radish Toast with Orange Marscapone and Honey | Rhubarbians
Summer Slaw with Peanut Dressing | Simply Fresh Dinners
Roasted Harissa Shrimp Recipe | Simply Fresh Dinners
Beautiful Open Faced Sandwiches | Seasons and Suppers
Pickled Radishes | Hapa Nom Nom
Lemon Capers Roasted Asparagus & Radishes | Garden in the Kitchen
Green Cauliflower Rice Salad | Seasonal Cravings
Asian Style Tofu Buddha Bowl | Hapa Nom Nom
Cooked Salmon Poke Bowl | Green Healthy Cooking
Asparagus and Ricotta Crostini | Simply Fresh Dinners
Ok, this is 11 recipes in total but I came across this recipe from The Girl on Bloor this morning and knew it had to be included – wowsa!
Shredded Summer Salad + Garlic Tahini Dressing | The Girl on Bloor
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sue | theviewfromgreatisland
May 28, 2017 at 11:49 amThese are all so pretty, I’m going to send it to my sister who has just discovered that she loves radishes!
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Robyn
May 30, 2017 at 6:31 amIsn’t it funny how we discover as adults that we like a certain food, Sue? I think sometimes we miss out on veggies as kids because our parents didn’t like them so they never had them in the house. I just started eating rhubarb a few years ago and I loved it! lol
Anita Rivera
May 29, 2017 at 4:57 amRobyn, hello! Well my dear, I have to admit that I’m on the HATE ‘EM campsite…I’ve given radishes a try but that strong peppery taste is just not for me. Anything with HOT or pepper taste is off limits. Which is strange, since I’m of Mexican heritage! I’m a bad Latina, because I can’t handle chili or anything hot! teeeheheeeeee
However…..these photos make some fabulous suggestions; I’d just exchange these little red hots with something milder…but what fantastic ideas!
Have a marvelous day.
Robyn
May 30, 2017 at 6:22 amLoL, that surprises me, Anita. I had no idea you didn’t like spice. I’m all about hot and spicy and sometimes go overboard with it. I have to wonder if radishes would be as popular as they are if they weren’t so darn cute, lol.
Hope you had a fabulous holiday weekend, friend. Can’t wait to chat!
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers
May 29, 2017 at 6:50 amCount me in the love ’em camp 🙂 I especially like them sliced paper thin. I find it keeps them from over-powering other ingredients that way. Beautiful round-up of great radish inspiration. Thanks for including my sandwiches. You’ve reminded me I need to make these agin 🙂
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Robyn
May 30, 2017 at 6:15 amOH my gosh, Jennifer, those sandwiches! I just love them 🙂 Radishes always makes me feel like spring is finally here.
Banana bread is my favorite thing in the world so I am running over to see your recipe but I warn you, I WILL show up at your door for this one, lol.
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert
May 29, 2017 at 9:10 amWow – every single recipe is gorgeous and must be delicious! Great way to celebrate spring. Now I need to go buy some more radishes!
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cheri
May 29, 2017 at 4:05 pmWow! Robyn, now I have to go out and buy some radishes. You have really highlighted them here and the meals you chose are spectacular. Way to go my friend!
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Robyn
May 30, 2017 at 6:01 amDon’t you just love these little guys, Cheri? They add so much to a meal and I have to admit, I love a little bite in my dishes. Are you enjoying your summer in Oregon? Your garden looks so beautiful!
Anita Rivera
May 30, 2017 at 4:22 pmHopefully, we can chat soon my dear! I am done this Friday!
Linda
June 3, 2017 at 8:38 amHello sweet friend. I know you are on the very busy path. These dishes look fabulous, almost too pretty to eat. The watermelon radishes make quite the statement. I can live without these beauties…they make the salads pop, however I don’t feel the need to add them….lol. Wishing you great success with the business. Lots of love from W.W.
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Sheila
August 14, 2017 at 8:22 amThis is a good list. Lots of brilliant ideas on how to enjoy radish. My favorites include Lemon Capers Roasted Asparagus & Radishes and Asparagus and Ricotta Crostini,
I am very excited to try the Cooked Salmon Poke Bowl.
Robyn
August 14, 2017 at 8:26 amThanks, Sheila. It was fun to put together. And I agree, the Salmon Poke Bowl looks amazing. Green Healthy Cooking has beautiful recipes. Cheers!
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