Radish Salad Recipe | LaaLoosh (2024)

By Wendy Zitzman

Radish Salad Recipe | LaaLoosh (1)

After getting my hands on a bunch of fresh radishes, I went on the lookout for a light and fresh radish salad recipe that was sweet enough to take the bitterness out of the radishes, but not as high in Weight Watchers Points.

Sunny Anderson from Food Network had a great one, so I used that as my guideline and altered her original version a bit. It turned out really, really good! My 1 year old daughter ate a ton of it! It’s so fresh and summery tasting, and each serving has just 1 Point.

It took me some extra time to julienne all of those little radishes, but the smaller pieces allowed for more of the sweet and tangy dressing to be absorbed. This helped get rid of the bitter taste of the radish. However, if you don’t mind that taste, then I’d suggest chopping your radishes into wedges if you want a quicker prep time.

But this Radish Salad Recipe is a great side to your favorite summer meal or picnic. Enjoy!

Radish Salad Recipe | LaaLoosh (2)

A sweet and tangy radish salad recipe that is really low in Weight Watchers Points and still tastes great. This dish is fresh, light, and full of flavor! It makes a perfect low calorie side dish to any summer meal and a great idea to serve at a summer BBQ in place of heavier, mayo based salads.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 1 lb radishes - thinly sliced or julienned
  • ¼ cup cilantro
  • ½ of a medium sized red onion
  • 2 tbsp orange juice
  • 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the orange juice, lime juice, olive oil and sugar, until the sugar is dissolved.

  • Add in remaining ingredients, and season with salt and pepper.

  • Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving , and make sure to toss the salad at the half point of its time in the fridge.

  • Mix well before serving, and add additional salt and pepper if necessary.

  • Serve cold or room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75 cupCalories: 60 kcal (3%)Carbohydrates: 6 g (2%)Protein: 1 g (2%)Fat: 3.5 g (5%)Fiber: 2 g (8%)

Course: Salad Recipes

Cuisine: American Recipes

Diet: Low Calorie Recipes, Low Fat Recipes, Vegan Recipes

Main Ingredient: Vegetable Recipes

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AuthorWendy Zitzman

As your average, every day, All American woman, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts and ideas on many different topics that interest me such as dieting, health & fitness. Trust me when I tell you that this is one site you NEED to bookmark! I have the most amazing recipes with Weight Watchers Points that you won’t believe are low calorie! As an avid Weight Watchers follower, I have learned so many helpful tips and tools over the years that I am eager to share.

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    4 Comments

    1. Bridget12 years ago

      If radishes are too much for you, I bet using jicama would also be tasty!

    2. Mama195912 years ago

      Just sayin’–once upon a time, we had a bumper crop of radishes. And so did everyone else, because they gave us their surplus. So I had the bright idea to slice and saute them to serve as a side dish. WOW–so delicious!! Too delicious. Fab enough to have seconds. Big mistake! Within the hour, our abdomens were so distended and hard as rocks that we looked 3 months pregnant. Those little red jewels from our garden were VERY gassy. Perhaps moderation would have helped, but I approach them with caution nowadays :o)

    3. Cheryl N12 years ago

      Thanks for this delicious sounding recipe. As I am not a fan of cilantro, do you think subbing parsley or any other green herb would work? Thank you again for your amazing recipes that are WW friendly!!!

      • Bridget12 years ago

        I’m not laaloosh…but I am a published gourmet cook (not chef, just cook). Any parsley can replace cilantro. Italian flat-leaf would be tasty, but curly leaf would be pretty!

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    FAQs

    What is the healthiest way to eat radishes? ›

    Radishes can be eaten raw or cooked. Applying heat to radishes helps calm the mild (or sometimes strong) spicy or peppery flavors in them. To cook radishes, you can bake or roast them in the oven, or sauté or pan-roast them on the stovetop.

    Do you have to soak radishes before eating? ›

    Store the greens and radishes in bags or in tea towels, wrapped loosely in the refrigerator. Soak both the greens and radishes in a large bowl of cold water before serving—both tend to be dirty. Dry radishes well before serving; the greens can be somewhat damp before steaming or sautéing.

    How do you prep raw radishes? ›

    To increase the crispness of radish, soak them in iced water for a couple of hours. Wash, then chop off the greens, if present, then slice off the root. Leave whole, slice or chop, as required. Always prepare radishes just before using, as they loose their potency when cut.

    Do you cook radish or eat it raw? ›

    How to eat: radishes. Cute, crunchy and peppery, radishes are a pretty addition to any plate. They're best eaten raw, and can be easily sliced into salads and sandwiches, or enjoyed whole and dipped into houmous for a healthy snack. The young leaves are delicious in salads or cooked in the same way as spinach.

    What should not be eaten with radishes? ›

    1. Dec 6, 2023, 08:52 PM IST. 5 Foods You Must Never Pair With Radish. ...
    2. Radish and Milk. ...
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    6. Radish and Tea.
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    What organ are radishes good for? ›

    May support liver function and digestion. Radish, most notably black radish, may stimulate digestive juices and in particular bile flow. Bile is produced by the liver and is used by the digestive system to digest and manage fats as well as remove toxins and waste products from the liver.

    How many radishes can I eat a day? ›

    Since the leaves appear to help lower blood pressure, eating too many of them might make your blood pressure too low if it is currently normal. While it's unclear what constitutes "too many," it's safest to stick to one serving of radishes per day, which the USDA considers a half-cup.

    Can you eat too many radishes? ›

    What are the side effects of radish? Radish is generally safe to consume. However, a large amount of radish can irritate the digestive tract and cause flatulence and cramps. Some people who might be allergic to radish can have hives or more serious events after its consumption.

    Can we drink water after eating radish? ›

    Thus, whenever you consume radish, make sure that you drink a lot of water. This way you will stay away from dehydration.

    Should you eat the skin on radishes? ›

    No, you don't need to remove the skin from radishes, but always give them a good scrub to remove dirt and any residue.

    Do you peel radishes for salad? ›

    Radishes do not have to be peeled; just wash and cut off the tops and root ends. You can use them sliced, diced, shredded, or whole.

    What does the slang radish mean? ›

    Mieder instantly recognized the expression "had the radish" as meaning something that's in deep trouble, spent or done for, as in: "That old tractor's finally had the radish." In fact, he first heard it from his wife, who heard it at Milton High School, where she taught German and Latin for 40 years after the couple ...

    How to get bitterness out of radishes? ›

    Salting them takes the sharp bite out of radishes and makes them sweet and delicious. -For watermelon radishes: peel, cut in half or quarters and then into thin slices.

    What part of the radish do you eat? ›

    It is a root vegetable; but has a much more distinct peppery taste compared to turnips or beets. Radishes are related to mustard seeds. All parts of a radish—the bulbs, seeds, and leaf tops—are edible.

    Do you have to skin radishes? ›

    No, you don't need to remove the skin from radishes, but always give them a good scrub to remove dirt and any residue.

    How do you cut and cook radishes? ›

    Slice the radishes in half and place them in a roasting dish (or on a baking sheet with parchment paper). Toss with drizzles of olive oil and pinches of salt and pepper and place cut-side down. Roast 10 to 15 minutes or until they reach your desired doneness. I like my radishes to have a bit of a crunchy bite.

    Why do you soak radishes? ›

    Peel The compound responsible for the spiciness is on the outer skin of the radish and you can remove it with a vegetable peeler. You can also soak them in ice water for an hour to tone down the heat.

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