Garlic Roasted Radishes

This often forgot about vegetable is one that you may love or hate. If you say you don't like radishes it is likely because you ate it raw in a salad at one point and couldn't get past the bitterness.

Well, I am here to tell you as a former non liker of radishes that roasting them is the way to go! Roasting is a technique that mellows the peppery flavor of radishes and brings out their natural sweetness.

You’ll only need a few ingredients to make this roasted radishes recipe, and you can easily substitute some of the ingredients.

5 Reasons To Love Radishes

• Radishes are a root vegetable that comes in several different colors and are a cousin to cabbage

• This bright fall root vegetable is a very good source of disease-fighting and immunity-boosting vitamin C

• Radishes contain natural antibacterial and antifungal properties

• They contain a unique phytochemical called indoles which promotes detoxification, helping your body rid itself of harmful substances

• Radishes are full of powerful antioxidant flavonoids that fight havoc-causing free radicals and aid in healthy liver and kidney function

Now, let's dive into the recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 lb. fresh radishes, stems removed, ends trimmed, and halved

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil,melted ghee, butter, coconut oil or avocado oil

• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

• 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley, dried chives, or dried dill or mix

• 2 garlic cloves, finely minced

• Optional toppings: Ranch dressing for drizzling or garnish of fresh parsley, dill, or chives

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425℉.

2. In a bowl, combine the radishes, cooking fat (ghee, butter or oil), dried herbs, salt, and pepper; toss until the radishes are evenly coated. (Note: don’t add the minced garlic until step 3).

3. Spread radishes out in a single layer in a large 9×13 inch baking dish.

4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing every 10 minutes. After the first 10 minutes of baking add the minced garlic and toss. Return to oven to bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until radishes are golden brown and easily pierced with a fork.

5. If desired, serve with ranch dressing for dipping or drizzling on top and garnish with fresh parsley, dill, or chives.

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