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The Instacart guide to watermelon radishes
About watermelon radishes
Watermelon radishes are a variety of Chinese daikon radishes. On the outside, the watermelon radish looks like just any other vegetable. However, when you slice into it, you'll reveal beautiful, bright colors inside. The watermelon radish has flesh with a surprisingly bright red or pink center. Around that pink-red center is white and green skin that makes the watermelon radish earn its namesake.
The watermelon radish is often sold with green stalks protruding from the green end. The white end may feature sub roots that hint at the watermelon radish's flesh color.
Watermelon radishes range in size, but the largest they get is about the size of a softball. Watermelon radishes are described as having slight notes of pepper and a mild sweetness — a truly unique flavor that you should experience for yourself. Compared to common radishes, watermelon radishes have a more mild flavor. If you're trying to blend your radish's flavor more smoothly into your recipes, you can replace radishes with watermelon radishes.
How to pick out watermelon radishes
Watermelon radishes should be firm when you squeeze them in the palm of your hand. Try to find one that's heavy for its size. As you shop for watermelon radishes, be on the lookout for soft spots that hint that the vegetable is reaching the end of its prime. Look for signs of damage or mold.  Watermelon radishes are freshest during their harvest seasons, from late fall to spring. You may be able to find watermelon radishes year-round, depending on where you live.
How to cook with watermelon radishes
One of the best uses of watermelon radishes, besides taking advantage of its health benefits, is the amazing color it adds to any dish. Before you add watermelon radishes to any dish, be sure to thoroughly wash it under the kitchen tap to remove any dirt or debris.
You can eat watermelon radishes raw if you'd like. Add thin slices or shaved portions to salads, sandwiches, and more to give your creations a satisfying crunch and peppery sweet flavor. You can use watermelon radishes in a salad with orange, goat cheese, and white balsamic vinaigrette if you're looking for a springtime treat. Roast cubed watermelon radishes and serve them as a show-stealing side with a savory entree.
The watermelon radish is an excellent vegetable for experimentation, thanks to its versatility and low-stress preparation. Since watermelon radishes are freshest in the winter, they can add a pop of color to dinners with too many earth-tone colors. Whether you're using this vegetable as a presentation enhancer or adding texture to your creations, the watermelon radish is a versatile and fun addition to any kitchen inventory.
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FAQs about watermelon radishes
Watermelon radishes are excellent sources of many minerals and vitamins. They are also good sources of antioxidants. To top it all off, watermelon radishes are impressively low in calories. Below are the basic nutrition facts of a whole radish, about 357 grams. The percentages show how much of your daily recommended value is present, based on a daily diet of 2,000 calories.
- Calories: 61
- Total fat: 0.9 grams, 1%
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams, 0%
- Sodium: 46 milligrams, 2%
- Potassium: 1,017 milligrams, 29%
- Total carbohydrates: 12 grams, 4%
- Dietary fiber: 5.7 grams, 23%
- Sugars: 6.5 grams
- Protein: 2.4 grams
- Vitamin C: 90%
- Calcium: 4.7%
- Iron: 3%
These vegetables are a winter crop, so they love the cold and should be kept in your refrigerator's crisper drawer. Keep them in a loose plastic bag to let them breathe, as moisture can hasten the spoiling process. Stored this way, watermelon radishes can last up to a few weeks. Leaving them out on the counter will hasten spoilage.
Once watermelon radishes start to become discolored and soft, they're on their way out. If you're on the fence about whether or not a watermelon radish with a couple of soft spots is still good, go ahead and cut into it to find out if the flesh still has its color and crispness. If you notice signs of mold or it starts to smell off, throw it away.
You can use the Instacart app or website to check and see if there's a grocery store in your area that sells the beautiful watermelon radish. With Instacart, you can shop at your favorite stores right from your phone! Choose the items you want and need and add them to your virtual cart. Order for pickup or delivery and wait for Instacart shoppers to collect your items for you! If you're running low on time and need to fit in a trip to the grocery store, Instacart is a game-changing service that frees up your schedule.