Name: Air Fryer Radishes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 12 ounces radishes (about 2 bunches), ends trimmed, quartered (or halved if small); 2 teaspoons oil, optional (Omit for oil-free, and use 1 tablespoon lemon juice.); ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; rounded ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt; ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper; ½ teaspoon lemon zest, optional; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

Air fryer radishes are delightfully tender, mellow, and lightly seasoned with lemon and garlic. They're a deliciously healthy snack or side dish. Roasted radishes transform from crisp and peppery to tender and mellow, and an air fryer makes the process so easy! Oil-free option and oven instructions included. Ready in 25 minutes!

air fryer roasted radishes and lemon wedges on a white plate.

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Why you'll love radishes in the air fryer
Ingredient Notes
Equipment Needed
How to Air Fry Radishes
Helpful Tips
Serving Size
What to Serve With Roasted Radishes
More Healthy Air Fryer Recipes
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Why you'll love radishes in the air fryer

Flavor - Roasted radishes are so delightfully mellow and versatile. They remind me of other mild root vegetables, like parsnips, and yet they have their own unique flavor.

Healthy and Light - Since roasting mellows out the usual peppery bite of raw radishes, it makes them incredibly easy to eat. And because radishes are so low in calories, they're perfect for snacking on before dinner since they won't ruin your appetite!

Versatile - Similar to potatoes, roasted radishes are a blank slate for your favorite spices, seasonings, and sauces. See my favorite sauce ideas below.

Quick to Make - Simply wash and trim the radishes, toss with seasonings, then air fry. This recipe takes about 25 minutes start to finish, most of it hands off.

close up shot of oil-free air fried radishes garnished with chopped parsley. — Oil-free air fryer radishes tossed in lemon juice retain more of their vibrant color.

Ingredient Notes

radishes - the recipe is written for approximately 2 small bunches, or 12 ounces. Of course, you can prepare more or less as needed or as your air fryer will accommodate.
oil - any high-heat cooking oil you like is fine here, or omit the oil and use lemon juice for a lighter, oil-free option.
seasonings - I usually keep things pretty basic with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
lemon zest - this is optional but does add lovely flavor.

Equipment Needed

An air fryer is part of what makes this recipe so fun and easy. But don't worry if you don't have one!

You can also roast radishes in the oven. Oven instructions are included in the Notes section of the recipe. It's also very easy but takes just a few minutes longer.

Radishes, lemon, oil, parsley, salt and pepper set out on a wood cutting board.

How to Air Fry Radishes

Wash and trim the radishes. Cut larger ones into quarters and smaller radishes in half so that the pieces are similar in size.
In a large bowl toss the radishes with oil (or lemon juice for oil-free), lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees F. Transfer the radishes into the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer. For the oil-free version, be sure to leave any excess lemon juice in the bowl.
Air fry for about 10 minutes, shaking the basket after 6 minutes.

trimmed radishes in a large white bowl being tossed with oil, lemon zest, salt and pepper.

Helpful Tips

If you're lucky enough to find radish bunches with fresh-looking greens on top, put those greens to use before they go bad! Radish greens can be sautéed, similar to spinach, chard, or kale, or used raw in salads, pesto, or zhoug sauce.

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It's best to separate the greens from the radishes as soon as you get home because they don't last long. Then wash and dry them, store in the refrigerator as you would any type of green, and use within a day or two.

Similar to ovens, air fryers may perform differently. So the first time you try the recipe it's a good idea to keep a close eye on the radishes in the last few minutes.

If possible, try not to overcrowd the radishes inside the air fryer basket, and keep them in a single layer.

If you prefer a crisp-tender texture, decrease the cook time by about 2 minutes. For fully cooked, tender radishes, increase the cook time slightly. In our Instant Pot Vortex air fryer we thought total cook time of 10 minutes was just right!

The lemon juice used in the oil-free version gives the radishes a subtle sweetness. I like to add a squeeze of fresh lemon just before serving for an extra punch of acidity, but that's totally up to you!

Serving Size

As written, this recipe makes a fairly small amount, perfect as a light side or snack for one or two people.

To scale it up, allow at least one bunch of radishes per person, or 5 to 6 ounces. Of course, this will depend on everyone's appetites and the other foods being served.

trimmed radishes inside an air fryer basket.

What to Serve With Roasted Radishes

As mentioned above, air fried radishes make a great side dish or snack, but they're also a nice addition to salads, like this arugula salad with black lentils or vegan kale salad.

Roasted radishes are also a unique addition to pasta salads.

Garnish with an extra squeeze of lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley for a classic flavor combination. Or skip the lemon and parsley, and pair the radishes with a healthy dipping sauce like:

air fried radishes on a white plate with bunch of parsley in background.

More Healthy Air Fryer Recipes

I hope you enjoy these air fryer radishes as much as we do! If you try the recipe be sure to leave a comment below and let us know your favorite seasonings and pairings.

Recipe

cooked radishes on a white plate garnished with lemon and parsley

Air Fryer Radishes

Author: Lori Rasmussen, My Quiet Kitchen

Air fryer radishes are delightfully tender, mild in flavor, and delicious seasoned with lemon and garlic. Perfect as a healthy snack or side dish. Roasted radishes transform from crisp and peppery to tender and mellow, and an air fryer makes the process so easy! Oil-free option and oven instructions included.

5 from 6 votes

Servings: servings

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Total Time: 25

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Equipment

air fryer

Ingredients

12 ounces radishes (about 2 bunches), ends trimmed, quartered (or halved if small)
2 teaspoons oil, optional - Omit for oil-free, and use 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
rounded ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon lemon zest, optional
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F (193 C). In a mixing bowl toss the radishes with the oil (or lemon juice for oil-free).
Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon zest, if using, and toss to coat.
Transfer the radishes to the air fryer basket (if using lemon juice be sure to leave it in the bowl). Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket after 6 minutes. Air fryers can vary, so check the radishes after 8 or 9 minutes. For crisp-tender radishes reduce by a minute or two, or cook longer for soft, tender radishes.
Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon, fresh parsley, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Oven Roasting Instructions - No air fryer? No problem!

Preheat the oven to 420 degrees F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Arrange the seasoned radishes in a single layer, cut-side down. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until they are as tender as you like. It's a good idea to check on them at the 10 minute mark, flipping them if desired.

How to Store and Re-heat

Roasted radishes are best immediately after cooking, but we also really enjoy them after they've cooled to room temperature. If you have leftovers, store in an air-tight container in the fridge and reheat in the microwave or air fryer.