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April 28, 2010
In Season: Radishes
For a burst of flavor with very few calories, look no further than the radish. Radishes are root vegetables with a distinctive flavor that ranges from mild to sharp, depending on variety. One cup of sliced red radishes will give you 30% of your daily vitamin C requirement in less than 25 calories.
To choose the best, pick radishes that are deep in color with solid roots. This root vegetable is a flavorful addition to soups, condiments, and cooked dishes. You can also eat the green tops, which lends a peppery taste to salads.
Nectarine and Radish Salsa
Ingredients
* 2 1/4 cups (1/4-inch) diced nectarines
* 1 1/2 cups radishes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
* 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
* 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
* 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
* 2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
* 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
* 1/4 teaspoon salt
Preparation
1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl; toss well. Let the salsa mixture stand 30 minutes.
Serving Size: 1/3 cup, makes 4 cups
Nutritional Information
Calories: 18
Fat: 0.1g (sat 0.0g,mono 0.0g,poly 0.1g)
Protein: 0.5g
Carbohydrate: 4.3g
Fiber: 0.8g
Cholesterol: 0.0mg
Iron: 0.1mg
Sodium: 55mg
Calcium: 7mg
Cooking Light June 2009
Posted by Lisa at April 28, 2010 8:54 AM
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