Smashed Roasted Radishes with Za’atar

These roasted smashed radishes are tossed in za’atar seasoning and parmesan and baked until golden brown and crispy. Serve it with some Greek yogurt on the side for dipping.

If you love smashed potatoes (who doesn’t?!) then these smashed radishes are a great low carb option that still tastes delicious. A perfect savoury, keto friendly side dish that doesn’t feel like you’re missing out at all. These keto roasted radishes are tossed in a delicious seasoning blend called za’atar and parmesan. Once the smashed radishes are done baking, serve them with some Greek yogurt on the side for dipping.

This recipe was inspired by Bon Appeteach.

Ingredients

• radishes
• extra virgin olive oil
• za’atar
• kosher salt
• parmigiano reggiano
• parsley
• Greek yogurt

What is Za’atar

It’s the name of a spice mixture that is used as a condiment. It contains herbs such as oregano, thyme and/or marjoram, sumac, toasted sesame seeds and salt. It can also contain a few other ingredients depending on the region in the Middle East.

You can find the blend at Middle Eastern grocery stores, online at Amazon, or you can make your own.

I love using it on vegetables, like in this sheet pan roasted vegetables with za’atar and halloumi or on top of this whipped feta with burst tomatoes.

How to Make Smashed Radishes

Preheat the oven to 425ºF and place a baking sheet in the oven.

Place the radishes in a bowl and toss with the oil, za’atar and salt.

Remove the baking sheet and place the radishes cut side down. Transfer to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.

Flip the radishes and bake for another 15 to 20 minutes, until tender.

Use a fork to press down onto the radishes to smash them. Quite a bit of water will be released. Use paper towels to press down firmly and remove as much water as possible, it will be A LOT!

Once all the radishes are done, sprinkle the parmesan over top and drizzle with a bit more olive oil. Transfer back to the oven and broil on high (550ºF) for five minutes, until browned and crispy.

Sprinkle the radishes with parsley and serve with yogurt on the side for dipping. Enjoy!

Tips for Making Roasted Crispy Smashed Radishes

If you want to be sure to get browned and crispy oven roasted smashed radishes, here are some tips to help get you there.

• Remove water from radishes: water is the enemy when you’re trying to get something crispy. Be sure to really pat the radishes dry after smashing them. You will need a few paper towels to do this, but it’s essential for getting the radishes browned.
• Remove excess water from the baking sheet: once you smash the radishes, the water is released onto the baking sheet as well. Either pat the baking sheet dry with paper towel or transfer the radishes to a new baking sheet after smashing and patting them dry.
• Drizzle more oil: Once you remove the water with paper towel, drizzle a little extra oil on top to help get them crispy. If too much seasoning came off, you can sprinkle more za’atar on top in addition to the parmesan.
• Keep an eye on the radishes while broiling: things can get browned fast, so keep an eye on the radishes and remove them once they are browned and crispy around the edges.

Ingredients & Products I Recommend:

I share these products to show you what I choose to use in my kitchen as staple ingredients I use daily (or weekly). So if you opened up my fridge (or pantry), here’s what you’ll find!

Kosher salt:

I exclusively use Diamond Crystal kosher salt for all of my recipes. I prefer the texture, taste and consistency of this brand and highly recommend it for everyday cooking.

Large Baking Sheet:

I love these large baking sheets as they’re easy to clean, large, and evenly cook your food. Plus they’re made from stainless steel. They also come with racks which are really helpful when you’re cooking or baking something that needs to be elevated to get crispy, like chicken wings.

More Sides

• Fig and Arugula Salad with Ricotta Salata
• Warm Chorizo Potato Salad with Chipotle Dressing
• Dill Pickle Potato Salad
• Grilled Japanese Sweet Potato with Miso Butter
• Oven Roasted Ranch Smashed Potatoes
• Smashed Sage Potatoes with Brown Butter
• Ranch Macaroni Salad with Bacon
• Healthy Loaded Potato Soup
• Roasted Harissa Carrots with Carrot Top Chimichurri
• Loaded Jalapeño Popper Smashed Potatoes
• Greek Pasta Salad with Chicken

If you’re craving some smashed potatoes, but you’re following a low-carb or keto diet, these roasted smashed radishes are perfect.

And even if you’re not keto, but love radishes (me too!), then give these smashed radishes a try.

Packed with savoury flavours from the za’atar and parmesan, you’re going to love them!

If you make these oven roasted smashed radishes, please let me know by tagging me on Instagram, or leave a comment and/or review below!

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