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Featuring Rosy Radishes, the Pick of the Month for August 2020

Radish-Cucumber Salad

Radishes are a great mid-summer Pick of the Month! They grow well in the Northwest, they have cancer-preventing properties and they’re versatile: Roast them, add them to your salads or sandwiches.

Pick up some radishes today for your summer meals!

Prep Time: 10 minutes.

Cook Time: 15 minutes to chill.

Servings: 6.

Ingredients

  • 1⁄4 cup nonfat plain yogurt.
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • 10 radishes, washed and thinly sliced (about 1 bunch).
  • 1 cucumber, washed and cut into thin rounds.

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together yogurt, garlic, salt and pepper.
  2.  Add radishes and cucumbers and stir to combine.
  3.  Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.

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What’s so Great About Radishes?

  • Radishes have sulfur-containing compounds that have been studied for cancer prevention.
  • They are a root vegetable and have a spicy, occasionally bitter taste; and a crisp crunchy texture.
  • Radishes are easy to grow at home and also available year round in grocery stores in several varieties. 

What’s the Best Way to Eat Radishes?

  • Slice or shave radishes for a green or vegetable salads.
  • Add to sandwiches or tacos for a crisp, peppery taste.
  • Grill or pan roast radishes to mellow the taste and bring out their natural sweetness.

How Can I Buy & Prepare Radishes?

  • Selection: Choose smooth, brightly colored radishes without blemishes and green tops. The larger the radish, the less crisp its texture will be.
  • Storage: Radishes and their greens may be refrigerated separately for 3-4 days. Store radishes in a perforated bag and the greens in a moist paper towel.
  • Pre-prep: Wash radishes and greens to remove dirt prior to preparation or eating raw. Prepare radishes just prior to use.
  • Cooking: Eat red radishes raw or slice for salads. Daikon radishes may be eaten raw or stir-fried. Radish greens can be sautéed or cooked. 

  • Serving Size: 3/4 cup.
  • Amount Per Serving
    • Calories: 20.
    • Total Fat: 0 g.
    • Saturated Fat: 0 g.
    • Trans Fat: 0 g.
    • Cholesterol: 0 mg.
    • Sodium: 120 mg.
    • Total Carbohydrates: 4 g.
    • Dietary Fiber: 1 g.
    • Total Sugars: 2 g.
    • Protein: 1 g.

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