Farmer’s Market Radishes With Radish Leaf Miso Pesto

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 4

Farmer's Market Radishes With Radish Leaf Miso Pesto

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

Fat

15g

This dish is a simple and elegant way to showcase fresh radishes from your local farmer's market. The addition of a homemade miso pesto made from the radish leaves elevates the dish from a basic snack to a creative appetizer option. Radishes are often eaten raw in salads or as a garnish, but this recipe highlights their unique flavor and texture. The pesto itself is a versatile sauce that can also be used on pasta or spread onto sandwiches. Overall, this dish is a healthy and flavorful addition to any summer meal.

Instructions

1.	Wash and slice the radishes and set them aside.
2.	In a food processor, blend together the pine nuts (or almonds), garlic, white miso, salt, black pepper, and radish leaves until everything is coarsely chopped.
3.	Stream in extra virgin olive oil while the machine is running, until you have a smooth and creamy pesto.
4.	Squeeze in lemon juice to taste.
5.	Arrange the sliced radishes on a platter and spoon the pesto over them, garnishing with extra shaved radish leaves as desired.

PROS

This dish is vegan and gluten-free, suitable for a variety of dietary restrictions.

The pesto is a unique way to use radish greens, which are often discarded and wasted.

Radishes are low in calories but high in vitamins and minerals, making them a nutritious snack option.

CONS

Some people may find the taste of raw radishes too sharp or bitter.

The pesto is high in fat from the nuts and olive oil, so it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Radishes are a good source of vitamin C, folate, and potassium, which are important for heart and immune system health.
They also contain antioxidants and fiber, which can aid in digestion and protect against chronic disease.
Miso is a fermented food that contains probiotics, which support gut health and may boost immunity.

	1 large bunch of whole radish
	1/2 cup toasted pine nuts or 1/2 cup toasted almond
	2 garlic cloves
	2 tablespoons white miso
	1/8 teaspoon sea salt
	fresh ground black pepper , to taste
	extra virgin olive oil
	squeeze lemon