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    Home > Blog > Holiday > Holiday Side Dishes > Roasted Radishes

    Roasted Radishes

    by Jenny Park · Published: May 10, 2013 · Modified: Oct 2, 2020

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    A bowl of roasted radishes with a spoon.Fresh radishes with long stems still attached.Roasted radishes on a sheet pan.

    Do you remember when you were a kid and people would always tell you that you’ll understand and appreciate your parents much more when you’re older? Well people (including my own parents) always told me that and I really hated hearing it. It was during a time in my life when my adolescent self thought I knew everything there was to know in the world and my mom was my mortal enemy. I was convinced it was her sole purpose in life to ruin mine. I mean how dare she “force” me to do after school activities and “force” me to go to Korean language class every SATURDAY morning….didn’t she know I had a very important (13 year old’s) social life?! Ugh, if I didn’t like doing something why wouldn’t she just let me quit after a day? Really mom, no sleepovers unless it’s a special occasion? WHO ARE YOU?!

    It’s a funny thing, this growing up business. I graduated high school thinking I can’t WAIT to get away from here (and HER); then I got to college, my mom helped me settle into my dorm, flew home, and I was forced to be somewhat independent. Suddenly all I wanted to do was see my mom, talk to her, get her advice. Once I had settled into college life it’s like all of that “understanding and appreciation” talk came true. I started thanking my lucky stars that I had a mom who always encouraged me to try new things…ice skating? Sure! basketball? Yes, honey! Clay sculpting class? Of course! As long as my sister and I were being productive, she was all for it. How cool. Even today, I kick myself and hate that I didn’t pay better attention during Korean school and that my Korean speaking and understanding abilities are sadly nowhere near where they should be.

    Today, I don’t think I can get through the week without daily phone chats with mom about how her grand-pup is doing, the ups and downs of my freelancing work schedule, the latest family gossip, and of course a discussion about her current golf swing status. Never did I think in a million years that my mom would be someone I respect most in the world and one of my best friends (not in the creepy, she’s trying to act too young for her age type of way either). :) She’s such a big part of my overall support system and I love her everyday for it.

    My mom’s a bit of a health nut and she loves vegetables and simples flavors, so today I have a dish dedicated to my mama. Simple roasted radishes. Easy, fresh, clean flavors. If you’ve never roasted or cooked with radishes, imagine something similar to a turnip. It’s pretty mild and once roasted the slight bitter taste goes away and produces a subtle sweetness. I hope everyone has a great Mother’s Day this weekend celebrating all the amazing mama’s out there! Enjoy! xx, Jenny

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    A bowl of roasted radishes with a spoon.

    Roasted Radishes

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    RECIPE BY Teri & Jenny
    Servings: 4

      INGREDIENTS  

    • 2 bunches radishes, cleaned, trimmed and cut in half lengthwise
    • 2 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ lemon, juiced
    • salt and pepper to taste

      INSTRUCTIONS  

    • Preheat oven to 375°F.
    • Place all ingredients into a large mixing bowl and toss together. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Spread radishes onto a baking sheet and roast for 20 to 25 minutes or until radishes have crisped and browned around the edges and have become almost fork tender.
    • Lightly adjust seasonings and finish with lemon zest, if desired. Serve.

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    May 10, 2013 / 42 Comments

    About Jenny Park

    Jenny Park is half of Spoon Fork Bacon. She is also a food stylist and recipe developer. One of her favorite foods is donuts. #sfbJENNY

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    1. Shannon

      June 09, 2017 at 2:31 pm

      Great recipe! I don’t like raw radishes but received some in my CSA box so looked for a way to eat them some other way and discovered this recipe. They were interesting in that they were so much juicier than any other roasted root veg I’ve tried, they almost burst in your mouth, yet have that crispy caramelized outer layer, and all that radish “bite” goes away which was what I was wanting. Don’t be shy with the salt and pepper. Thanks for this!

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    2. Sabrina

      February 27, 2017 at 7:15 am

      nice thoughts, always the way it goes, great that you have time to show your appreciation to your mom! Thanks for this recipe. I like the idea of radishes so much better than the taste at least in raw form so look forward to trying this tasty looking recipe

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    3. Purelyvic

      August 20, 2016 at 1:06 am

      Loved this post! Never thought of roasting radishes before, am def doing this one

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    4. Christine // my natural kitchen

      April 06, 2015 at 11:34 am

      I love adding radishes to my trays of roasted veggies. Even radish-haters like them! Can’t wait to try these with the lemon zest, that sounds delicious!

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    5. naomie

      March 17, 2015 at 7:04 am

      Someone left rsdishes here after a lunch. Found your recipe. Going to try it for dinner tonight. thanx for reminding me again how much i love my mom. She passed away 7 years ago and your blog just brought back some lovely memories. thank you.

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    6. Nancy

      February 08, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      These were delish! The “hot” was gone and they were sorta sweet/savory. Will do again, and again.

      Reply
    7. vera

      January 25, 2015 at 10:03 am

      I haven’t had roasted Radishes either, but will now.
      Thank you!

      Reply
    8. cathymcintosh

      December 23, 2014 at 7:51 pm

      We just made the radishes, thank you, great side dish for our dinner.

      Reply
    9. Sonya

      August 21, 2014 at 4:59 pm

      Awwww, what a sweet post for your mom! And I look forward to trying this recipe.

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    10. mella

      June 27, 2014 at 12:20 pm

      Thank you for posting this. I have been giving away lovely organic radishes from the co-op because I don’t like the heat of their rawness. DUH! I never thought to roast them to mellow the flavor. I’m going to try some white ones right now.

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    11. Cookie

      June 21, 2014 at 5:48 pm

      My family enjoyed this dish.

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    12. Nicky

      May 17, 2014 at 10:34 am

      I loved this – quick & easy (as the recipe says). I love to shred radishes into my salads too. I’ve shared with my vegan friend. Thank you.

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    13. Christina

      May 01, 2014 at 9:56 pm

      I absolutely love radishes. For years I would only eat them raw in salads. Recently I’ve been trying to eat healthier and have been so excited to try new takes on my favorite veggies. I just recently tried a recipe for pickled radishes that came out wonderful. When I came across this recipe I was super excited. I had never tried any sort of cooked radish. I followed the recipe and they came out wonderfully. The texture is surprisingly similar to that of a potato. The only thing I think I would do differently next time is maybe put some type of dressing or sauce on them to add some extra flavor. Any suggestions on flavors that would go well with radishes?

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    14. trudibee

      October 13, 2013 at 8:10 am

      This is a sensational recipe! Made it for a dinner party last night and it stole the show. It was perfect alongside grilled meat, green beans and risotto. No one had the diner had ever had roasted radishes before and now everyone of us is hooked!

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    15. Zitronenfalter

      September 20, 2013 at 8:43 am

      I LOVE this Post!
      It reminds me so much on my own Teen-time :D
      And I have to try the radisches next Week!

      Lilith

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    16. Millie

      August 30, 2013 at 9:11 am

      Wow! I saw these this morning and decided to make them as a side for dinner and oh boy, they’re so delicious!
      They’re so simple but roasting them gives them a lovely flavour!
      If you have time, could you check out my blog please? Thank you! :)

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