Savory Garlic Herb Roasted Radishes (Printable version)

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

# What you'll 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)

# Directions:

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 -
  • The radishes lose all their sharpness and develop an almost potato-like texture while staying light and low-carb
  • This simple side dish comes together in under 40 minutes but tastes like something from a fancy restaurant
02 -
  • Dry your radishes thoroughly before tossing them with oil, or they will steam instead of roast
  • Do not crowd the baking sheet, because overlapping radishes will never achieve that perfect golden crust
03 -
  • Spring radishes work best because they are naturally sweeter and less peppery
  • Try adding a tablespoon of butter during the last 5 minutes for extra richness

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