3106 NUTS: Macadamia Place the sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, spread with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and bake for 20 minutes. 3155 ORANGE: Midknight, medium When trying to eat sustainably, its always a good idea to eat whats in season. 4059 no listing 3092 GRAPEFRUIT: Blanco / Sweetie 4896 HERBS: Mint 4936 NUTS: Pecans 4 ways to use Watermelon Radishes. 4065 PEPPER: Bell, field grown, green, large 4222 AVOCADO: Green, small 4321 MELON: Cinnabar 4656 OKRA: Chinese Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 4311 MANGO: Green Watermelon radish is an outstanding source of potassium. 4573 CAULIFLOWER: Baby 3166 CABBAGE: Tuscan 4811 TURNIP/RUTABEGA/SWEDE: Purple Top Like other types of radishes, watermelon radishes are delicious raw, pickled, or cooked. In a non-reactive saucepan, bring the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar to a boil, and simmer for one minute or until the sugar and salt are . from our home in Chicago, while our shiba pups eat the kale stems that fall on the kitchen floor. 3343 APPLE: Dessert Drizzle the dressing over the slaw and stir . 3337 FIG: Dried 3069 APPLE: Gravenstein, small red They are wonderful and keep well in the crisper. With white and green skin, and a pink middle, the watermelon radish definitely could not be mistaken for a chunk of watermelon, but its uncanny resemblance is certainly quaint, adorable, and of course, Insta-worthy. 4431 PINEAPPLE: Jet Fresh, small 4860 APPLE: slices, dried 4097 APPLE: Ginger Gold, small The hot pink watermelon radish has recently caught the eye of heirloom gardening aficionados and chefs alike. 3380 PINEAPPLE: Perola Blend on a low setting until smooth. 4701 PEPPER: Pasilla, green Then recipes (which is really why you're here, right?). 4011 BANANA: Yellow, including Cavendish 4188 NECTARINE: White flesh, tree ripened, ready-to-eat, small 4599 EGGPLANT: Baby Like all radishes, these pair well with citrus flavors & of course, beets! 4313-4316 MANGO: retailer assigned It comes with a fiber that helps in indigestion and metabolism. 3072 APPLE: Lady Ensure your blood pressure stays in check: Watermelon radish is pretty rich in multiple minerals such as potassium. Add some worm castings if you choose. 4337 MELON: Saticoy 4077 CORN: Sweet Corn, white 4675 PEA: Sugar Snap 4395 PAPAYA/PAWPAW: Cooking / Mexican 3351 APPLE: Reine des Reinettes / King of the Pippins, large 4792 TAMARILLO: Golden 4795 TARO ROOT/DASHEEN: Large I love the moment when I first slice into a watermelon radish. Kale Salad with Carrot Ginger Dressing 4042 PLUM: Red [Santa Rosa, Late Santa Rosa, Red Beaut, Rich Red, Spring Beaut, First Beaut, Royal Red, Red Jewel, Rose Zee, Royal Zee, Ace, Aleta Rose, Burgandy, July Santa Rosa, Frontier, Fortune, Grad Rosa, Red Lane, Red Rosa, others], large 4437 PLUM: Purple [Queen Rosa, Laroda, Nublana, Queen Ann, Simka, El Dorado, others], small We love to eat, travel, cook, and eat some more! 3007 APPLE: Lochbuie 4890 PEAR: Chinese Yali 3374 ORANGE: Without postharvest treatment3 4113 APPLE: Criterion, small 4815 HERBS: Watercress 4707 PEPPER: Red Finger 4926 NUTS: Brazil nuts 3291 APPLE: Boskoop / Belle de Boskoop, small 4535 BEAN: retailer assigned Wash them well to remove the grit. 3167 ENDIVE/CHICORY: Frisee 4592 CUCUMBER: Armenian Storage: Remove greens from the roots and store in an open plastic bag lined with a damp paper towel. 4802 TOMATO: Dried 3160 CHOY: Gai Lan / Chinese Broccoli 3353 APPLE: St. Edmunds Pippin Copyright 2019 NWA. 4179 APPLE: Spartan, large1,2 4383 ORANGE: Tangelo Minneola Filled with a rainbow of root vegetables, this colorful salad is a satisfying healthy lunch. Successive plantings can be made every 3-4 weeks throughout summer and fall to provide a continual harvest. 4028 BERRIES: Strawberries, pint 4762 ARTICHOKE: Extra Large Watermelon radishes can be found at farmers' markets and an increasing number of grocery stores. 4816 POTATO: Sweet Potato / Kumara, golden Pre-heat oven to 400, toss mixed root vegetables in olive oil . Add the radish and allow to stand . 4104 APPLE: Cortland, small 4091 POTATO: Sweet Potato / Kumara, white 4736-4737 PUMPKIN: retailer assigned These numbersare assigned by the IFPS after rigorous review at both national and international levels. 4058 APPLE: Haralson, large 4559 CARDOON/CARDONI: 4026 PEAR: Bosc / Beurre Bosc, small As an addition to a lunch or cheese plate, simply peel the watermelon radish then slice it into thin half moons. The skin should be crack and wrinkle-free. 3151 TOMATO: Vine Ripe, regular, red, large 4274 GRAPE: White / Green, seeded, all other varieties 4470 SALAD BAR: And, is such a lovely presentation. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. 4063 TOMATO: Regular, red, small 4186 BANANA: Yellow, including Cavendish, small 3150 TOMATO: Cocktail / Intermediate Red Mild, earthy radish flavor with a slight kick. 4187 APPLE: York, large Avoid watermelon radishes that feel spongy when squeezed. 4225 AVOCADO: Hass, large Serve raw on salads, tacos, toasts, or sandwiches. 3404 MUSHROOM: Cep To add your watermelon radish to a salad, peel the radish and grate it. 4575 CELERY: Hearts The flavor is crisp and less spicy than traditional radish varieties. The Eagle's Dana Adkins prefers to pair it with super-fresh sea . 3001 APPLE: Aurora/Southern Rose, small . 4300 HOMLI FRUIT: For a lighter salad try this watermelon radish and cucumber blend. The radishes should feel firm and heavy for their size. 4330 MELON: Mayan 3145 TOMATO: Plum / Italian / Saladette / Roma, yellow 3347 APPLE: Laxtons Fortune dragon fruit. Its sisters include: arugula, broccoli, and turnips, but none of those veggie-siblings even remotely resemble the watermelon radish. It is superb shaved onto salads and tossed with vinaigrette. 3085 CORN: Indian, decorative, large The watermelon radish is kind of famous right now people love that its a radish and a root vegetable, derived from the heirloom Chinese Daikon radish. 4752 SQUASH: Acorn, Swan, white, Table Queen 4678 PEPPER: Banana, yellow, long 4019 APPLE: McIntosh, large1,2 3293 APPLE: Scifresh / Jazz Small Instructions. 1. Thin slices look really amazing! That way, you can see its gorgeous color! 4616 GREENS: Mustard If you can't handle its spicy flavour, then we recommend soaking halved radish bulbs in . 4128 APPLE: Cripps Pink / Pink Lady Small Healthy, vegan, what more could you ask for? 3282 TOMATO: Plum / Italian / Saladette / Roma, red, on the vine 3364 MANGO: R2E2 [ArtwoEetwo], extra large 3358 CHERRY: Regular / Red / Black, large3 4740 RADISH: Bunched, white 3029 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Satsuma 4589 CORN: Sweet Corn, baby Then, In a slow and steady stream, drizzle the avocado oil in until combined. 4636 GRAPE: Red Globe 4137 APPLE: Golden Delicious, large1,2 3278 PLUM: InterSpecific 275. 3032 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Ellendale 3134 PUMPKIN: Pie Pumpkin 4689 PEPPER: Bell, greenhouse, yellow Quick Pickled Radishes All rights reserved. celery. 4054 BERRIES: Raspberries, red 4279 GRAPEFRUIT: Pummelo, white 4449 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Sunburst 4551 BRUSSELS SPROUT: retailer assigned 3042 MANGOSTEEN: 3099 LOTUS ROOT: 4782 SQUASH: Yellow Straightneck 3065 APPLE: Cameo, small 4560 CARROT: Baby Love how bright this ingredient is! 3111 PAPAYA/PAWPAW: Red-Fleshed / Solo Sunrise 4928 NUTS: Filberts / Cobnut / Hazelnut 4165 ONION: California Sweet 4404-4405 PEACH: retailer assigned You can also marinate them in a mixture of red wine vinegar and olive oil. 4312 MANGO: Yellow i.e. If you are a fan of vegan bowls, be sure to check out our beet poke bowl too. 2. Despite its name, the watermelon radish doesnt taste like watermelon it simply gets its name from its physical appearance, also known as a likeness to the pink-and-green watermelon we all know and love. 4020 APPLE: Golden Delicious, large 4416 PEAR: DAnjou, large 3308 MELON: Watermelon, orange 4436 PLUM: Italian Prune / Sugar ROASTED. 4092 PEA: Chinese Snow Pea / Pea Pod / Mange Tout Let's go over some quick Q&A. 4099 APPLE: Akane, large 3030 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Nova [including Clemenvilla and Suntina] 3093-3094 GRAPE: retailer assigned 3104 no listing 4254 BREADFRUIT: You can make the slaw from radishes alone, or you can toss them in cabbage, red onion, and cilantro plus a red bell pepper for sweetness. Great tasting heirloom has large tops for easy picking. 4864 PINEAPPLE: dried When someone is low in potassium, they may cramp or feel weak. Thinly slice the radish into rounds (this is best done on a mandoline), and use a vegetable peeler to peel the carrots into ribbons. 4895 HERBS: Marjoram 4627 GREENS: Kale 4617 GREENS: Polk Greens 4494 GRAPEFRUIT: Deep Red, extra large1 Nothing says spring like the piquant crunch of a peppery radish. 4556-4557 CABBAGE: retailer assigned 4534 BEAN: Winged 4427 PERSIMMON: Regular / American Persimmon The colorful interior will intensify when grown in conditions where days are warm, nights are cool and soil is fertile. 4688 PEPPER: Bell, greenhouse, red 4530 BEAN: Pole / Runner / Stick 4529 BEAN: Lima 4699 PEPPER: Negro 3059 SQUASH: Crown Prince 3319 PITAHAYA: Yellow skin color 93000 - 94999. 3098 LETTUCE: Boston, red 4742 RADISH: Red On a gray day in late winter or early spring, nothing makes me happier than bold, bright color like that. 3421 MELON: Watermelon, mini, seedless, 3-7 pounds Preheat the oven to 400F and place a large baking sheet on the rack. 4603 EGGPLANT: retailer assigned 4521 ASPARAGUS: Green, large Watermelon radishes are an heirloom variety of the daikon radishes originating in China. 4382 ORANGE: Juice 3381 SOURSOP: Watermelon radishes are in season year-round but are mainly harvested in late fall through early spring. Availability: In Stock. For more citrus appeal, try this delightful watermelon radish salad with Meyer lemon vinaigrette is perfect for spring. 4142 APPLE: Idared, large 4379-4380 NECTARINE: retailer assigned So at this time of year, watermelon radishes are a staple in my kitchen. 4593 CUCUMBER: English / Hot House / Long Seedless / Telegraph / Continental Sliced watermelon radish adds bold color and crunch to this healthy Buddha bowl recipe. Slowly drizzle in olive oil, whisking continuously. 3292 APPLE: Boskoop / Belle de Boskoop, large 4340 MELON: Watermelon, yellow 3320 BROCCOLI: Romanesco / Broccoflower / Caulibroc 4144 APPLE: Jonagold, small1,2 Or sliced thinly and added to open-faced sandwiches for maximum impact. 4430 PINEAPPLE: Large If youre not already cooking with this vibrant root vegetable, I hope you will be soon! 4286 GRAPEFRUIT: Deep Red, small2 People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. 4234 BANANA: Nino 4947-4956 NUTS: other nuts, retailer assigned 4608 GARLIC: Regular 4594 CUCUMBER: Japanese / White help lower cholesterol, high blood pressure, and cancer risk. Bright Spring Salad 3147 TOMATO: Cherry, yellow, on the vine 4908 HERBS: Vanilla bean Its official name in seed catalogs was originally Red Meat radish, some heirloom seed catalogs still call it this. 3341 APPLE: Charles Ross Stir in the kale, ginger juice, and salt and continue to simmer for a couple of minutes more. 4248 BERRIES: Strawberries, quart 4048 LIME: Regular, including Persian, Tahiti, Bearss But when I cut into it, I reveal a radiant pink interior. 4863 DATE: Dried, retailer assigned PLU Codes Organic Identification The prefix '9' combined with a 3000 or 4000 series number signifies that the item is organic. Ideal soil temperature for germination: 8-30C. 3333 POTATO: Sweet potato / Kumara, red / orangy, white flesh, small For this reason, its best to buy watermelon radishes in the winter and early spring months. 4064 TOMATO: Regular, red, large Bright color makes a decorative garnish. 4791 ARTICHOKE: Sunchokes / Jerusalem Artichokes 4516 ARTICHOKE: Small Crunchy watermelon radish slaw: Radishes add a satisfying crunch to slaw. 3154 ORANGE: Delta, seedless, large 4275-4278 GRAPE: retailer assigned Dice watermelon radish and saut in coconut oil over medium heat until a fork easily pierces the cubes. Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. We were ordering from a farm that specialized in heirloom and hard-to-find varieties of vegetables. 3309 ORANGE: Lima Watermelon PLUs include the following: The series of PLU codes available for retailer assignment range from 4342 to 4376. 3049 BEAN: Fine 4454 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Kinnow The Watermelon radish's flesh is white closest to the exterior becoming bright circular striations of pink and magenta. 4538 BEET: Baby Red Botanical Name: Raphanus sativus 'Watermelon'. 4618 GREENS: Texas Mustard What can I say? 4724 POTATO: Creamer, white 4546 POTATO: Boniato / Sweet Potato 4124 APPLE: Empire, small1,2 3149 TOMATO: Regular, orange, on the vine Preheat the oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. 4424 PEAR: Winter Nelis / Honey 3361 GRAPEFRUIT: Without post-harvest treatment3 4453 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Honey / Murcott A simple soak in vinegar gives the radish a zesty bite and softens the overall texture. How you cut the watermelon radish will depend on how you plan to use it. 4447 QUINCE: 3362 LEMON: Without post-harvest treatment3 4524 ASPARAGUS: Tips 4525-4526 ASPARAGUS: retailer assigned 4414 PEAR: Comice / Doyenne du Comice, small 3366 MADROA: 3434-3607 no listing 3052 GARLIC: String 3426 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Ellendale, medium3 4079 CAULIFLOWER: Small 4066 BEAN: Green / French 4081 EGGPLANT: Regular For further information or questions regarding PLU codes, please email[emailprotected]. My favorite way to welcome spring! Sliced red and watermelon radishes add a pretty pop of pink to this delicate salad. 4182 APPLE: Sturmer Pippin Everything you wanted to know about selecting, storing, and cooking with watermelon radishes. 4 stars. Ingredients: watermelon radish golden beets chives feta arugula heirloom tomatoes mixed greens olive oil balsamic vinegar Using a mandolin, with the safety guard on, thinly slice the golden beets and watermelon radish. 4784 SQUASH: Yellow Crookneck 4803 TOMATO: Teardrop / Pear, red This recipe calls for red radishes, but thinly sliced watermelon radish would work just as well! However, watermelon radishes are typically used in salads, as garnishes, and on charcuterie and cheeseboards. teaspoon black pepper, 1 lemon, 2 tablespoon fresh parsley Rate this Recipe Notes 4691 PEPPER: Hot Mixed When the seedlings are an inch tall, thin them to 2 inches apart. 4224 AVOCADO: Green, large 4639 LETTUCE: Mache Watermelon Radish produces larger roots and is ideally harvested at around 3.5-4 in diameter. 4418 PEAR: Forelle / Corella 4221 AVOCADO: Green, small1 3125 PEPPER: Habanero 4333 MELON: Pepino 4061 LETTUCE: Iceberg 3051 CABBAGE: Spring Cabbage / Spring Greens Radish, 'Watermelon' Price: 2.25. 4663 ONION: White 4012 ORANGE: Navel, large Required fields are marked *. 3091 GOBO ROOT / BURDOCK ROOT: To use as a garnish, slice it thinly and cut into a half-moon shape for an aesthetically pleasing and edible touch. Its leaves are high in vitamins, while their flesh is a good source of calcium, according to Organic Authority. It has a slight kick if you arent into spicy foods, it might not be for you. 3286 ONION: Sweet, red, Italian, [flat] 3338 HERBS: Anise Its always beautiful, inspiring, and very useful. 4637 GRAPE: Red, seeded, all other varieties 4758 SQUASH: Buttercup 3383 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Clementine, small3 Looks crunchy too. Wash and dry the greens and radishes thoroughly. 4924 NUTS: Almonds 4069 CABBAGE: Green Spread a layer of goat's cheese onto both slices of bread then top with the watermelon radish slices. 3162 CHOY: On Choy / Water Spinach 4014 ORANGE: Valencia, small1 4892 HERBS: Baby Dill 3382 APPLE: Sugar Apple 4645 MUSHROOM: Regular, button, small 4016 APPLE: Red Delicious, large 4428 PERSIMMON: Japanese / Sharonfruit [Kaki] Heartier salads include this Mizuna radish salad and this roasted beet salad with fennel and radish. 4293 GRAPEFRUIT: White, large1 3390 ARRACACH: 4634 LETTUCE: Iceberg1 4574 no listing 4533 BEAN: Wax / Yellow 4942 NUTS: Sunflower seeds 3283 APPLE: Honeycrisp 4619 GREENS: Turnip organic), and the size. As previously mentioned, watermelon radishes are root vegetables. Watermelon works beautifully in summer salads, especially when paired with savory or bitter ingredients to balance its fragrant sweetness. Melissa's Watermelon Radishes are delicious served in salads or for a hot dish steamed with other veggies. Cut off the watermelon rind, pick out any seeds, then slice as finely as you can. 4152 APPLE: McIntosh, small1,2 4459 TANGERINE/MANDERIN: Tangelo, Jamaican 3410 MUSHROOM: Saffron Milk-Cap 3359 GRAPE: Chasselas 3161 CHOY: Gai or Gui Choy / Chinese or Indian Mustard, baby 4498 GRAPE: White / Green, seedless, all other varieties 3060 SQUASH: Vegetable Marrow 4819 YUCA ROOT: Place a third of your sliced radishes in a jar or container, pour 1/3 of the brine mixture, and repeat (in thirds) until the jar is full. 3095 GREENS: Kale, multicolor Direct Seed: 1" Apart. 4658 ONION: Boiling Prepare a baking sheet by spraying with a light layer of coconut oil. roasted beet salad with fennel and radish. Its sisters include: arugula, broccoli, and turnips, but none of those veggie-siblings even remotely resemble the watermelon radish. 4386 ORANGE: Temple, small 3332 SPINACH: Baby 4017 APPLE: Granny Smith, large 4539 BEET: Bunch 4940 NUTS: Pistachio, red 4929 NUTS: Mixed document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I love watermelon radishes - they are so pretty and taste amazing too. 4251 BERRIES: Strawberries, long-stemmed 3064 HERBS: Aloe Vera Leaves 4415 PEAR: Red 3036 ORANGE: Midknight, small 4438 PLUM: Purple [Queen Rosa, Laroda, Nublana, Queen Ann, Simka, El Dorado, others], large 3056 PEPPER: Capsicums [Elongated Clovis] / Lamuyo, yellow 3113 PEACH: Donut / Flat Chinese 4035 NECTARINE: Yellow flesh, small 3130 PUMPKIN: Jumbo 3367 MELON: Glasshouse, netted varieties3 3401 GARLIC: One-clove types While they are typically sold without their greens. 4939 NUTS: Pistachio, natural Watermelon radish is well known for its versatility and pairs beautifully with cheese, bacon, cilantro, and eggs. Growing watermelon radishes is as easy as growing other radish types.