Round Radish Delivery or Pickup

When we think of a round radish, the little red orbs that we see in the supermarket come to mind. However, there are several varieties of round radishes. From ones that have snow-white skins to dark black ones, you can have a rainbow of colors when you choose round radishes.

Radishes come in three distinct shapes: round, oblong, or cylindrical. All radishes, including the round radish, belong to the Brassicaceae family along with cabbage, broccoli, mustard, and kale. Round radishes are generally 1 to 3 inches in diameter, with leafy greens on the top and hair-like roots on the bottom of the orb. All parts of the radish are edible, including the leafy greens.

Most radishes have white, firm flesh, although some varieties come with red or green flesh. All radishes have a distinct flavor profile. When you bite into a round radish, you notice a spicy, peppery flavor similar to mustard. The younger the round radish is harvested and the cooler the temperature is during their growing period, the sweeter and milder they'll be. If the radishes are left too long in the ground or grown under hot, dry conditions, they'll be overly spicy and have a pithy texture.

Common round radishes include:

The round radish has been cultivated and savored throughout Europe since its first notation in the 1500s. Today, round radishes are treasured around the world. Chefs in Mexico garnish most dishes with slices of round radish, and in France, it's quite popular to eat sliced radish with salt and butter in a sandwich.

Choose a round radish, no matter the color, that has vibrant green leaves attached to the top of the orb. When the leaves and small hair-like roots are still on the radish, it helps to indicate their freshness. Look for ones that have firm flesh without cracks or dents. It can be difficult to pick a round radish by size as some varieties naturally grow large. However, common red, white, and purple round radishes tend to be sweeter and juicier when they're smaller.

When you bring your round radish home, wipe the dirt off the orbs and take the leafy greens off. You can either discard the leaves or save them for later to add to salads or stir-fries. Store unwashed round radish orbs in a plastic bag in the refrigerator's crisper drawer, where they'll keep for up to two weeks. Wrapped cut radishes will keep for about two days in the refrigerator.

Another way to store round radish is to take the roots and leaves off and store the radishes in a bowl of water in the refrigerator. Change the water every other day, and the radishes will keep for about a week. Stored this way, the round radish will always be crisp and juicy.

When you're craving a bunch of round radishes, enjoy the convenience of having them delivered to you when you order them through the Insacart app. Once you place your order for round radish, an Instacart shopper will pick out a fresh bunch and bring them to you the same day!