Savory Garlic Herb Roasted Radishes (Printable version)

Tender roasted radishes with garlic and herbs make a perfect low-carb side dish ready in 35 minutes.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb fresh radishes, trimmed and halved

→ Seasonings & Herbs

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped)
05 - 1 tsp dried rosemary (or 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped)
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Garnish

08 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How To:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F.
02 - Rinse and thoroughly dry the radishes. Trim the ends and halve any large radishes for even roasting.
03 - In a large bowl, toss the radishes with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the radishes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
05 - Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until radishes are golden and fork-tender.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They satisfy that comfort food craving without the heavy carb load of potatoes
  • The roasting process mellows the peppery bite into something almost sweet
  • Ready in under 40 minutes from start to finish
02 -
  • Damp radishes will steam instead of roast so take the extra time to dry them thoroughly
  • The halved radishes cook more evenly and develop better crispy edges than whole ones
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment for easier cleanup
  • Let the roasted radishes rest for 5 minutes before serving so they finish cooking through