Low-Carb Roasted Garlic Radishes
Ingredients
- 12 oz radishes, trimmed & cut into wedges (about 2 ⅓ cup wedges)
- 2 Tablespoons olive or avocado oil
- 1 bulb of garlic cloves
- ¼-½ teaspoon pink Himalayan or sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 Tablespoon hemp seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- Wash radishes and slice off both ends. Cut radishes in half or into quarters, depending on their size (aim to keep them all about the same size for better roasting).
- To a mixing bowl, add in radishes, peeled garlic cloves, oil, salt, and cayenne pepper. Toss to coat evenly. Spread on a baking sheet and roast in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until desired doneness, turning hallway through. A few minutes before the radishes are done, sprinkle on 1 tablespoon of hemp seeds and pop back into oven for two minutes.
- Serve hot as a side dish and enjoy!
Notes
Serves 2. Per Serving (based on using extra virgin olive oil):
Calories: 241 |
Total Fat: 19 g |
Total Carbohydrate: 15 g |
Dietary Fiber: 5 g |
Protein: 8 g
Ingredient Highlights
Cayenne pepper is a good source of beta carotene and antioxidants that support the immune system. The key compound in cayenne called capsaicin is also cardioprotective, anti-inflammatory, helps prevent kidney stones and speed up metabolism and has beneficial effects on the GI system.
There are over 300 varieties of garlic grown around the world. It is considered both a vegetable and an herb and is clinically proven to support the immune system.
Hemp seeds are a great source of protein, fiber, vitamins, and essential minerals. They are also a good source of phytosterols, which support immune function.
Pure olive oil is high in nutrients including vitamins D, E, K, and A as well as omega-3 fatty acids. For the highest quality, look for organic extra virgin olive oil in dark glass bottles or tins that have an expiry date.
Radish is a member of the super-healthy cruciferous veggie family. The sulfur and raphanin in radishes helps to maintain hormonal balance in the thyroid gland.
Wonderful idea that I’ve done for over a decade. However, you must not use olive oil at that high heat… unhealthy. Avocado oil is great or even coconut oil.