Roasted Radishes

Roasted Radishes might sound a little unusual at first — I get it. But once they come out of the oven tender, lightly golden, and surprisingly sweet, you’ll see why I couldn’t keep this little kitchen discovery to myself.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 98kcal

Author Julia Maz

Ingredients

1 ¾ lb radishes, halved or quartered
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt, or to taste
½ tsp black pepper, or to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika

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Instructions

Trim the radishes and cut them in halves or quarters, depending on their size. Place them on a large parchment-lined baking sheet.
1 ¾ lb radishes, halved or quartered
Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Drizzle with olive oil and, using clean hands, toss everything together until evenly coated. Spread into a single layer, cut-side down.
2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, or to taste, ½ tsp black pepper, or to taste, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp smoked paprika
Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 22–25 minutes, until the radishes are tender and lightly golden around the edges.

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Notes

🔀 Recipe Variations

🌶 Add a little heat
Sprinkle in a pinch of red pepper flakes before roasting. Just enough to wake everything up.

🧀 Make it extra savory
Finish with a light sprinkle of nutritional yeast right after baking. It melts slightly and adds that cozy, savory vibe.

🍋 Add lemon zest
A little fresh lemon zest right after baking makes the flavor brighter and fresher without adding extra moisture.

🌿 Add fresh herbs
Toss with chopped parsley or dill before serving for a little freshness and color.

🫙 Storage & Make-Ahead

🧊 Storage

Let them cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or a skillet to bring back some of that golden edge.

⏳ Make-ahead tip

You can trim and cut the radishes a day in advance and keep them in the fridge. When you’re ready, just season and roast — easy.

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