Roasted Radishes with Garlic (Print)

Tender radishes roasted with garlic and thyme create a flavorful, healthy side dish for any meal.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb fresh radishes, trimmed and halved
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Herbs & Seasonings

03 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Oils

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, toss the halved radishes with olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the radishes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, cut side down for optimal browning.
04 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the radishes are golden, tender, and slightly caramelized.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with extra fresh thyme if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Roasting completely mellows radishes natural pepperiness into something surprisingly sweet and buttery
  • They become an unexpected side that makes people ask what on earth they are eating
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed radishes instead of roasted ones
  • Starting cut side down creates the most beautiful caramelization, so resist the urge to flip them too early
03 -
  • If your radishes have particularly large greens, do not throw them away, they are delicious sautéed like other bitter greens
  • The roasting time can vary depending on the size of your radishes, so start checking at 20 minutes