Radishes are an under-appreciated vegetable. Cold and spicy when raw, they were always the thing I picked off a salad and set aside. I didn’t really understand their value until I started cooking them—tasting them caramelized and tender, exploding with flavor after slow-roasting in the oven. They become slightly sweet and easier to digest when cooked. They’re a great side dish or topping for soup. Here, they add great texture and flavor alongside this light and cleansing green soup. While the radishes roast, prepare the soup. This recipe is from Living Ayurveda.
PREP: 10 minutes | COOK: 30 minutes | YIELD: 4 servings
Ingredients
Asparagus Soup:
2 tablespoons ghee or olive oil
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and chopped
½ teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon asafetida (hing)
2 cups loosely packed greens (watercress, spinach, green chard)
3 cups hot water
1 avocado, pitted
½ cup loosely packed flat-leaf parsley
¾ teaspoon mineral salt
Microgreens or pea shoots, for garnish
Roasted Radishes:
6–8 radishes (red or French breakfast), trimmed and quartered
2 tablespoons olive oil
Pinch of mineral salt
Instructions
In a medium pot, heat the ghee on medium heat. Add the asparagus, coriander, and asafetida, and cook for 5 minutes, until tender. Reduce to low heat, add the greens, and cook another 2–3 minutes. Transfer to a high-speed blender, add the remaining ingredients, and puree until creamy, adding more water if the consistency is too thick. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. To serve, divide between bowls and garnish with roasted radishes and a handful of microgreens or pea shoots. For a heartier meal, pour soup over a scoop of cooked quinoa or millet.
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Place radishes in a baking pan. Toss in olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until tender and the edges lightly browned and crispy. Remove from the oven and serve hot on top of the soup.
Dosha Notes
V: Pair with a cooked whole grain
P: Omit asafetida
K: Enjoy as is
Nutrition
(Per serving)
Calories: 250–265 kcal
Protein: 5–6 g
Fat: 21–23 g
Carbs: 14–16 g
Sugar: 5–6 g
Fiber: 6–7 g
Shop Kitchen Essentials
Ghee
Asafetida (Hing)
Pink Mineral Salt
