Health Benefits
- Naturally fat free
- Naturally low in calories
- Naturally high in fibre
- A high protein food as 23% of its calories come from protein which contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass and normal bones.
- A source of folate
- A source of vitamin C which contributes to normal function of the immune system.
Nutritional Information
| Per 100g (Raw) | |||
| Calories | 12Kcal | ||
| Protein | 0.7g | ||
| Carbohydrate | 1.9g | ||
| Fat | 0.2g | ||
| Fibre | 0.9g (NSP) |
Preparing
Red radishes should be firm with crisp leaves. The leaves should be green and the skins clear with no bruises or blemishes. Red radishes need only to be washed. They can be finely sliced or eaten whole by themselves or in salads. They can be sliced into a salad with oranges and walnuts, rocket and walnut oil dressing. Alternatively they can be marinated in a vinaigrette before using in a salad.
Using
Sliced radishes add crispness and pungency to a sandwich or filled wrap. Radishes are used a lot as garnishes especially in oriental dishes. Flavours and ingredients that go well with radishes include orange, pine nuts,apples, mangoes, smoked fish, ham,pineapple, banana, yoghurt, soured cream,mimosa dressing, crème fraiche and fromage frais.
Looking for some recipe inspiration? Why not try this Best salad Sandwhich.
