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    Home » Recipes » Dairy Free

    Purple Radish Salad with Sesame Dressing

    Published: Oct 17, 2019 / Modified: Oct 17, 2019 by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN / This post may contain affiliate links / 4 Comments

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    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin
    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin
    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin next to brown chopsticks, sesame seeds, a purple radish, and a lime
    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin with brown chopsticks on the top of the bowl

    For an easy daikon radish recipe, look no further than this Purple Radish Salad! Sweet carrots, green onions, and a honey sesame dressing complement zesty radishes in this 10 minute vegetable side dish.

    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin with brown chopsticks on the top of the bowl

    This post may contain affiliate links. For more information, see my affiliate disclosure.

    Each time I have visited my local co-op over the past few weeks, the arrival of purple daikon radishes in the produce section has caught my eye. So I knew it was time to whip up a recipe that featured them!

    These beautiful vegetables are, of course, a type of radish, which means they have a wonderfully crunchy texture and a spicy taste.

    The zesty flavor of purple radishes is evident in this salad, but not overwhelming. That’s because I paired them with carrots and green onions, before finishing it all off with a sweet sesame dressing.

    If you like radishes AND pretty, colorful food, you will LOVE this dish :-).

    By the way, daikon radishes also come in white (pictured below). Purple daikons are shaped like ovals and look similar to potatoes, while white daikons resemble parsnips. Aren’t they cool-looking?

    white and purple daikon radishes on a white marble countertop

    Since this is my first time featuring a daikon radish on the blog, I put together my answers to some FAQs about this unique vegetable.

    How do you eat a purple daikon radish?

    You can enjoy purple radishes raw or cooked. They can be shredded and used as the base for a veggie slaw, or diced and roasted with fresh herbs.

    Both the skin and flesh of daikon radishes is edible (and delicious)! To prep this vegetable, first scrub and trim it, then use a sharp knife, grater, or julienne peeler to cut it.

    Where to Find Daikon Radishes

    Daikon radishes are native to parts of Asia but are now grown all over the world. You can purchase white and purple daikon radishes at farmers markets in the spring and fall, Whole Foods, local food co-ops, and most large grocery stores.

    Purple Radish Nutrition

    One cup of cooked daikon radish provides (1):

    • Calories: 25
    • Protein: 1 gram
    • Fat: <1 gram
    • Carbs: 5 grams
    • Fiber: 2 grams
    • Vitamin C: 24% of the DV
    • Potassium: 9% of the Daily Value (DV)
    • Folate: 6% of the DV

    As you can see, daikons are an excellent source of vitamin C, a nutrient that acts as an antioxidant and helps fight cellular damage from free radicals, pollutants, and toxins that can lead to disease (2).

    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin

    Purple Radish Health Benefits

    On top of several vitamins and minerals, radishes contain other beneficial plant compounds.

    Studies show that daikon radishes contain a variety of antioxidants, including quercetin, which may help fight inflammation and boost the immune system (3, 4).

    In addition, purple radishes get their color from anthocyanins, another group of antioxidants that may help protect against cancer and improve heart health (5).

    That’s reason enough to try them, huh?

    sliced purple daikon radish on a bamboo cutting board

    How to Make Purple Radish Salad

    This salad is such a simple way to enjoy purple radishes. Here’s the step-by-step guide on how to make it:

    1. Wash and trim a daikon purple radish and a large carrot.
    2. Use a sharp knife or julienne peeler to slice the radish and carrot into matchsticks. Combine in a mixing bowl.
    3. Whisk together toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, and garlic. Pour over the radish and carrot.
    4. Top with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Enjoy!
    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin next to brown chopsticks, sesame seeds, a purple radish, and a lime

    You can eat this salad right away or store in an airtight container in the fridge to let it soak up the dressing for a few hours before serving. It pairs well with fish, chicken, pork, stir fries, or veggie burgers.

    For other radish recipes, be sure to check out the Loaded Radish Chip Nachos, Braised Radishes and Leeks, and Radish and Black Bean Tacos with Avocado Crema.

    I’d love to hear how you like this recipe! Rate/review using the stars on the recipe card or in the comments, and follow the Veg World on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest. Looking for something totally different? Browse the recipe library.

    purple radish salad with carrots and green onions in a white bowl on top of a grey napkin

    Purple Radish Salad

    A simple and delicious daikon radish recipe that requires only 10 minutes of prep.
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    Prep Time: 10 mins
    Total Time: 10 mins
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 154kcal
    Author: Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN

    Ingredients

    • 1 purple daikon radish - sliced into matchsticks
    • 1 carrot - sliced into matchsticks
    • 2 green onions - thinly sliced
    • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
    • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon honey - sub with maple syrup to make vegan
    • 1 lime - juiced
    • 1 clove garlic - pressed or minced
    • Toasted sesame seeds - for garnish, to taste
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    Instructions

    • Wash and trim the radish and carrot. Use a sharp knife or a julienne peeler to slice the veggies into matchsticks. Transfer to a mixing bowl and add the sliced green onions.
    • In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, honey, lime juice, and garlic. Pour over the salad and mix until coated.
    • Serve the salad right away or after chilling it for a couple of hours in the fridge. Top with toasted sesame seeds.

    Notes

    Serve on the side of an animal protein or veggie burgers.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 549mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 5215IU | Vitamin C: 51mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Enjoy!

    Lizzie

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    1. Cara

      June 16, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      Yummy, refreshing and easy!! Thanks for sharing!

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      • Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN

        June 16, 2020 at 2:26 pm

        Glad you enjoyed! Thanks for commenting!

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    2. Katie Dunlap

      January 19, 2020 at 10:24 am

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe. Delicious!

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      • Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN

        January 19, 2020 at 10:50 am

        Awesome! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for rating the recipe and letting me know!

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